CVE-2001-0627: Low severity SCO OpenServer vulnerability
Published Aug 22, 2001
·Updated
vi as included with SCO OpenServer 5.0 - 5.0.6 allows a local attacker to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.
Affected Software
7 affected components
SCO OpenServer=5.0
SCO OpenServer=5.0.2
SCO OpenServer=5.0.5
SCO OpenServer=5.0.3
SCO OpenServer=5.0.1
SCO OpenServer=5.0.6
SCO OpenServer=5.0.4
Event History
Aug 22, 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-2001-0627?
CVE-2001-0627 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability that allows local attackers to exploit symlink attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-0627?
To fix CVE-2001-0627, ensure that the vi editor is updated to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2001-0627?
CVE-2001-0627 affects local users of SCO OpenServer versions 5.0 to 5.0.6.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2001-0627 allow?
CVE-2001-0627 allows a local attacker to overwrite arbitrary files through a symlink attack.
5
Is CVE-2001-0627 present in all SCO OpenServer versions?
No, CVE-2001-0627 is present specifically in SCO OpenServer versions 5.0, 5.0.1, 5.0.2, 5.0.3, 5.0.4, 5.0.5, and 5.0.6.