CVE-2001-0565: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Aug 14 2001(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in mailx in Solaris 8 and earlier allows a local attacker to gain additional privileges via a long '-F' command line option.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.5.1 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.5 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.6 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =8.0 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.7 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.5 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.5.1 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =7.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =7.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.5 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.5.1 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.6 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =8.0 | |
| Sun SunOS | <=5.9 | |
| Sun SunOS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0565?
CVE-2001-0565 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0565?
To fix CVE-2001-0565, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of Solaris that does not contain this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2001-0565?
CVE-2001-0565 affects local users of Solaris 8 and earlier versions, including various SunOS versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0565?
CVE-2001-0565 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to gain additional privileges.
Can CVE-2001-0565 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2001-0565 requires local access to the system, making it not exploitable remotely.
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