CVE-2001-0061: High severity FreeBSD FreeBSD vulnerability
procfs in FreeBSD and possibly other operating systems does not properly restrict access to per-process mem and ctl files, which allows local users to gain root privileges by forking a child process and executing a privileged process from the child, while the parent retains access to the child's address space.
Affected Software
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0061?
CVE-2001-0061 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for allowing local users to gain root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0061?
To fix CVE-2001-0061, users should update to the latest version of FreeBSD where the vulnerability has been patched.
What operating systems are affected by CVE-2001-0061?
CVE-2001-0061 primarily affects FreeBSD versions 3.5.1, 4.1, 4.1.1, and 4.2.
Can CVE-2001-0061 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2001-0061 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local user access to the affected system.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2001-0061?
Exploiting CVE-2001-0061 can allow a local user to execute a privileged process, potentially gaining root access to the system.