CVE-2002-1393: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-1393: Multiple vulnerabilities in KDE 2 and KDE 3.x through 3.0.5 do not quote certain parameters that are insert...

Multiple vulnerabilities in KDE 2 and KDE 3.x through 3.0.5 do not quote certain parameters that are inserted into a shell command, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via (1) URLs, (2) filenames, or (3) e-mail addresses.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 03:19 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is an old KDE desktop vulnerability where unsafe handling of URLs, filenames, or email addresses could let a remote attacker run commands on a user’s machine. Business urgency is mainly for legacy Linux or Unix workstations still running KDE 2 or KDE 3.x through 3.0.5. Exposure is most likely on legacy desktop systems, kiosk environments, or preserved server images using vulnerable KDE versions. Modern systems are unlikely to be affected unless old KDE packages remain installed or recoverable in production images. Treat this as high priority only where legacy KDE desktops still exist. The impact is serious, but the exposure window is narrow for modern environments. Prioritize discovery of old workstation images and unsupported systems. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for KDE 2 or KDE 3.x through 3.0.5.; Apply relevant KDE or Linux distribution security updates from vendor advisories.; Remove vulnerable KDE components from systems where they are not required..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 06:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 8, 2003, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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