CVE-2001-0526: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 14, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the Xview library as used by mailtool in Solaris 8 and earlier allows a local attacker to gain privileges via the OPENWINHOME environment variable.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Sun Solaris=8.0
Sun Solaris=8.0
Remediation
Event History
Aug 14, 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-2001-0526?
CVE-2001-0526 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow local attackers to gain elevated privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-0526?
To fix CVE-2001-0526, users should upgrade to a patched version of the Xview library or apply vendor-provided patches.
3
Which versions are affected by CVE-2001-0526?
CVE-2001-0526 affects Solaris 8 and earlier versions running on both SPARC and x86 architectures.
4
Who can exploit CVE-2001-0526?
CVE-2001-0526 can be exploited by local attackers who can manipulate the OPENWINHOME environment variable.
5
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2001-0526?
Exploiting CVE-2001-0526 can lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing the attacker to gain control over the affected system.