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CVE-2001-0353: Buffer Overflow

First published: Sat Jul 21 2001(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in the line printer daemon (in.lpd) for Solaris 8 and earlier allows local and remote attackers to gain root privileges via a "transfer job" routine.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Sun SunOS=5.7
Sun SunOS=5.8
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=7.0
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=2.6
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=8.0
Sun SunOS

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2001-0353?

    CVE-2001-0353 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows attackers to gain root privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2001-0353?

    To fix CVE-2001-0353, update your Solaris system to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2001-0353?

    CVE-2001-0353 affects Solaris 8 and earlier versions, including SunOS 5.7 and 5.8.

  • Can CVE-2001-0353 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2001-0353 can be exploited both locally and remotely through the line printer daemon.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0353?

    CVE-2001-0353 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

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