CVE-2001-0594: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Aug 02 2001(Updated: )
kcms_configure as included with Solaris 7 and 8 allows a local attacker to gain additional privileges via a buffer overflow in a command line argument.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun SunOS | =5.7 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.8 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =7.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =8.0 | |
| SunOS | =5.7 | |
| SunOS | =5.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-04/0140.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2558
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A7
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A65
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6359
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0594?
CVE-2001-0594 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential to allow local attackers to gain additional privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0594?
To fix CVE-2001-0594, it is recommended to apply security patches for Solaris 7 and 8 or upgrade to a non-vulnerable version.
What systems are affected by CVE-2001-0594?
CVE-2001-0594 affects Solaris 7 and 8 on SPARC and x86 platforms, specifically versions 5.7 and 5.8.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0594?
CVE-2001-0594 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that arises from improper handling of command line arguments.
Who is primarily impacted by CVE-2001-0594?
Local users on affected Solaris systems are primarily impacted by CVE-2001-0594 due to the privilege escalation capability.
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