CVE-2001-0627: Low severity SCO OpenServer vulnerability

Published Aug 22, 2001
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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.

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