CVE-2001-0008: Critical severity Borland Software Interbase vulnerability
Published Feb 12, 2001
·Updated
Backdoor account in Interbase database server allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files using stored procedures.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Borland Software Interbase=5.0
Borland Software Interbase=4.0
firebirdsql Firebird<=0.9.3
Borland Software Interbase=6.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Feb 12, 2001
CVE Published
05:00 AM
May 7, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0008?
CVE-2001-0008 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-0008?
To fix CVE-2001-0008, you should upgrade to a newer, secure version of the Interbase database server or appropriate patched versions.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2001-0008?
CVE-2001-0008 affects Borland Interbase versions 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, and Firebird up to version 0.9.3.
4
Who can exploit CVE-2001-0008?
CVE-2001-0008 can be exploited by remote attackers with access to the Interbase database server.
5
What type of attacks does CVE-2001-0008 enable?
CVE-2001-0008 enables attackers to execute stored procedures that can overwrite arbitrary files on the server.