CVE-2001-0470: Buffer Overflow
Published May 24, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in SNMP proxy agent snmpd in Solaris 8 may allow local users to gain root privileges by calling snmpd with a long program name.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Sun SunOS=5.8
Event History
May 24, 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-2001-0470?
The severity of CVE-2001-0470 is considered to be high due to the potential for local users to gain root privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-0470?
To fix CVE-2001-0470, it is recommended to upgrade the Solaris 8 system to a version that contains the appropriate patches.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2001-0470?
CVE-2001-0470 affects local users of the Solaris 8 operating system utilizing the snmpd proxy agent.
4
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2001-0470?
The vulnerability in CVE-2001-0470 is caused by a buffer overflow in the SNMP proxy agent snmpd due to a long program name.
5
What could an attacker achieve with CVE-2001-0470?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2001-0470 could execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the affected system.