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CVE-2002-1607: Buffer overflow in ypmatch in HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1a, 5.1, 5.0a, 4.0g, and 4.0f allows local users to execute a...

Buffer overflow in ypmatch in HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1a, 5.1, 5.0a, 4.0g, and 4.0f allows local users to execute arbitrary code.

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This is a legacy HP Tru64 UNIX issue in the ypmatch utility. A local user could trigger a buffer overflow and run arbitrary code. The main business concern is older UNIX systems that still support critical workloads and have interactive or shared user access. Exposure is likely limited to legacy HP Tru64 UNIX installations running the listed versions, especially systems with local shell users or NIS-related tooling. Organizations without Tru64 UNIX assets are unlikely to be affected. Low if Tru64 UNIX is absent. Moderate if listed versions remain in production, because local code execution on legacy systems can threaten critical workloads and is often hard to remediate quickly. Mitigation focus: Inventory HP Tru64 UNIX systems and confirm whether listed versions remain in use.; Review HP advisory SSRT2275 for vendor-provided patches or workarounds.; Restrict local interactive access to trusted administrators only..

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