CVE-2001-0610
First published: Fri Jul 27 2001(Updated: )
kfm as included with KDE 1.x can allow a local attacker to gain additional privileges via a symlink attack in the kfm cache directory in /tmp.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| KDE Kde Beta 3 | =1.x | |
| SUSE Linux | =7.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =7.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =7.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =7.0-alpha |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0610?
CVE-2001-0610 is considered a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0610?
To mitigate CVE-2001-0610, users should avoid using the affected versions of KDE and consider upgrading to a more secure version.
Who is affected by CVE-2001-0610?
CVE-2001-0610 affects users running KDE 1.x and specific versions of SUSE Linux 7.0.
What type of attack does CVE-2001-0610 involve?
CVE-2001-0610 involves a symlink attack that allows a local attacker to gain additional privileges.
Is CVE-2001-0610 still a threat today?
While CVE-2001-0610 was significant at the time, its relevance today is low due to the outdated software versions affected.
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