PatchTheCVECVE-2002-2038: Next Generation POSIX Threading (NGPT) 1.9.0 uses a filesystem-based shared memory entry, which allows local u
CVE-2002-2038 is a low-severity flaw (CVSS 3.6) affecting next generation posix threading. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Next Generation POSIX Threading (NGPT) 1.9.0 uses a filesystem-based shared memory entry, which allows local users to cause a denial of service or in threaded processes or spoof files via unknown methods.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 3.6 (Low) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 79%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2002-12-31 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2002-2038?
next generation posix threading: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2002-2038 being exploited?
CVE-2002-2038 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2002-2038 affect?
CVE-2002-2038 affects next generation posix threading. Severity is low (CVSS 3.6). Next Generation POSIX Threading (NGPT) 1.9.0 uses a filesystem-based shared memory entry, which allows local users to cause a denial of service or in threaded processes or spoof files via unknown methods.
How urgent is CVE-2002-2038?
Priority 18/100. No elevated risk signals yet.