CVE-2001-0588: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 27, 2001
·Updated
sendmail 8.9.3, as included with the MMDF 2.43.3b package in SCO OpenServer 5.0.6, can allow a local attacker to gain additional privileges via a buffer overflow in the first argument to the command.
Affected Software
1 affected component
SCO OpenServer=5.0.6
Remediation
Event History
Jul 27, 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-2001-0588?
CVE-2001-0588 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-0588?
To fix CVE-2001-0588, you should update your sendmail to a version that is not vulnerable or apply any available security patches.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2001-0588?
CVE-2001-0588 affects users running sendmail 8.9.3 as part of the MMDF 2.43.3b package on SCO OpenServer 5.0.6.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0588?
CVE-2001-0588 is categorized as a buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2001-0588 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2001-0588 is primarily a local vulnerability that requires local access for exploitation.