CVE-2001-0178
First published: Mon Mar 26 2001(Updated: )
kdesu program in KDE2 (KDE before 2.2.0-6) does not properly verify the owner of a UNIX socket that is used to send a password, which allows local users to steal passwords and gain privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Conectiva Linux | =6.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.2 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =7.2 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =7.0 | |
| Mandriva Linux Corporate Server | =1.0.1 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =7.1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =7.0 | |
| Caldera OpenLinux eDesktop | =2.4 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.3 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.4 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0178?
CVE-2001-0178 is considered a security vulnerability that can lead to local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0178?
To fix CVE-2001-0178, update the kdesu program to a version that is 2.2.0-6 or later.
Which versions of Linux are affected by CVE-2001-0178?
CVE-2001-0178 affects Conectiva Linux 6.0, SUSE Linux 6.0-7.0, and Mandrake Linux 6.1-7.2.
What does CVE-2001-0178 exploit?
CVE-2001-0178 exploits improper verification of the owner of a UNIX socket used in password transmission.
Can local users exploit CVE-2001-0178?
Yes, local users can exploit CVE-2001-0178 to steal passwords and potentially gain elevated privileges.
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