CVE-2001-0748: Input Validation

Published Oct 18, 2001
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Updated

Acme.Serve 1.7, as used in Cisco Secure ACS Unix and possibly other products, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files by prepending several / (slash) characters to the URI.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Acme Labs Acme Server=1.7

Event History

Oct 18, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 2, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0748?

CVE-2001-0748 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to read arbitrary files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2001-0748?

To fix CVE-2001-0748, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of Acme Server or implement proper input validation to prevent directory traversal.

3

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2001-0748?

CVE-2001-0748 is associated with directory traversal attacks that exploit the server's handling of file paths.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2001-0748?

CVE-2001-0748 specifically affects Acme Server version 1.7 and potentially other products that utilize it.

5

What impact does CVE-2001-0748 have on affected systems?

CVE-2001-0748 allows unauthorized users to access sensitive files on the server, potentially leading to data breaches.

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