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CVE-2001-0457

First published: Wed Jun 27 2001(Updated: )

man2html before 1.5-22 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion).

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Debian Linux=2.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2001-0457?

    CVE-2001-0457 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service through memory exhaustion.

  • How do I fix CVE-2001-0457?

    To fix CVE-2001-0457, update man2html to version 1.5-22 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2001-0457?

    CVE-2001-0457 affects users of Debian GNU/Linux version 2.2 and earlier.

  • Can CVE-2001-0457 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2001-0457 can be exploited remotely by attackers to trigger memory exhaustion.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2001-0457 facilitate?

    CVE-2001-0457 facilitates a denial of service attack through excessive memory usage.

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