CVE-2001-0668: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 20, 2001
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Updated

Buffer overflow in line printer daemon (rlpdaemon) in HP-UX 10.01 through 11.11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.

Affected Software

5 affected components
HPE HP-UX=11.11
HPE HP-UX=10.01
HPE HP-UX=11.00
HPE HP-UX=10.20
HPE HP-UX=10.10

Event History

Sep 20, 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-2001-0668?

CVE-2001-0668 is considered to be a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2001-0668?

To fix CVE-2001-0668, apply the latest security patches provided by HP for affected versions of HP-UX.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2001-0668?

CVE-2001-0668 affects HP-UX versions 10.01, 10.10, 10.20, 11.00, and 11.11.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0668?

CVE-2001-0668 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.

5

Can CVE-2001-0668 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2001-0668 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute commands without physical access.

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