Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2002-1669 affects FreeBSD 4.2 through 4.4. During package installation, pkg_add creates a temporary directory with permissions that can expose parts of the install process to local users. The practical concern is legacy systems where untrusted local users exist and packages are installed as an administrator. Exposure is likely low today unless an organization still runs FreeBSD 4.2, 4.3, or 4.4. Systems with local shell users or shared administrative environments are more relevant than single-user isolated hosts. Treat as a legacy hygiene issue. It is not reported as actively exploited, but affected systems are very old and likely unsupported. Prioritize discovery and retirement or isolation of any remaining FreeBSD 4.2 through 4.4 hosts. Mitigation focus: Inventory for FreeBSD 4.2 through 4.4 systems.; Review FreeBSD-SA-02:01 and apply vendor-recommended corrections.; Migrate unsupported FreeBSD releases to supported versions..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- freebsd-pkgadd-insecure-directory(7852)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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