CVE-2001-0236: Buffer Overflow
Published May 3, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in Solaris snmpXdmid SNMP to DMI mapper daemon allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a long "indication" event.
Affected Software
6 affected components
Sun SunOS=5.7
Sun SunOS=5.8
Sun Solaris=7.0
Sun Solaris=2.6
Sun Solaris=8.0
Sun SunOS
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
May 3, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Mar 9, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0236?
CVE-2001-0236 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-0236?
To fix CVE-2001-0236, update the affected Solaris versions to a patched release that addresses the buffer overflow issue.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2001-0236?
CVE-2001-0236 affects multiple versions of Solaris, including SunOS 5.7, 5.8, Solaris 2.6, and Solaris 7.0 and 8.0.
4
Can CVE-2001-0236 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2001-0236 can be exploited by remote attackers through specially crafted 'indication' events.
5
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2001-0236?
Exploitation of CVE-2001-0236 could allow attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system, leading to possible system compromise.