First published: Fri Feb 16 2001(Updated: )
KTH Kerberos IV allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a ticket file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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KTH Kerberos | =4 |
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CVE-2001-0036 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to exploit symlink attacks.
To fix CVE-2001-0036, ensure that proper file permission and symlink protection measures are implemented on KTH Kerberos IV ticket files.
CVE-2001-0036 affects users of KTH Kerberos IV version 4.
CVE-2001-0036 is associated with a symlink attack that allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files.
CVE-2001-0036 may still be relevant in environments using outdated versions of KTH Kerberos IV, highlighting the importance of keeping software updated.