CVE-2001-0379: Medium severity HPE HP-UX vulnerability
Published Jun 18, 2001
·Updated
Vulnerability in the newgrp program included with HP9000 servers running HP-UX 11.11 allows a local attacker to obtain higher access rights.
Affected Software
1 affected component
HPE HP-UX=11.11
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jun 18, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Sep 18, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0379?
CVE-2001-0379 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to elevate their access rights.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-0379?
To fix CVE-2001-0379, apply the latest security patches provided by HP for HP-UX 11.11.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2001-0379?
CVE-2001-0379 affects local users of HP-UX 11.11 running on HP9000 servers.
4
What does CVE-2001-0379 allow an attacker to do?
CVE-2001-0379 allows a local attacker to gain higher access rights, compromising the security of the system.
5
When was CVE-2001-0379 disclosed?
CVE-2001-0379 was disclosed in 2001, highlighting its ongoing relevance for systems that have not been properly patched.