CVE-2001-0170
First published: Mon Mar 26 2001(Updated: )
glibc 2.1.9x and earlier does not properly clear the RESOLV_HOST_CONF, HOSTALIASES, or RES_OPTIONS environmental variables when executing setuid/setgid programs, which could allow local users to read arbitrary files.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Conectiva Linux | =graficas | |
| Conectiva Linux | =4.2 | |
| Conectiva Linux | =4.1 | |
| Conectiva Linux | =6.0 | |
| Conectiva Linux | =5.1 | |
| CentOS Dos2unix | =7.0_beta | |
| Conectiva Linux | =ecommerce | |
| Conectiva Linux | =4.0es | |
| Conectiva Linux | =5.0 | |
| Conectiva Linux | =4.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =2.3 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =7.0 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0170?
CVE-2001-0170 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to access arbitrary files.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0170?
To fix CVE-2001-0170, upgrade to a version of glibc that properly clears the RESOLV_HOST_CONF, HOSTALIASES, and RES_OPTIONS environment variables.
What systems are affected by CVE-2001-0170?
CVE-2001-0170 affects various versions of Conectiva Linux, Debian GNU/Linux, and Red Hat Linux.
Can CVE-2001-0170 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2001-0170 cannot be exploited remotely, as it requires local access to the affected systems.
Is CVE-2001-0170 still a concern in modern systems?
CVE-2001-0170 is less of a concern in modern systems as most have moved to updated versions of glibc that mitigate this vulnerability.
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