CVE-2001-0779: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Oct 18 2001(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in rpc.yppasswdd (yppasswd server) in Solaris 2.6, 7 and 8 allows remote attackers to gain root access via a long username.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.6 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =7.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =8.0 | |
| Sun SunOS | ||
| Sun SunOS | =5.7 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/187086
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/200110041632.JAA28125@dim.ucsd.edu
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2763
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/327281
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?doctype=coll&doc=secbull/209
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/m-008.shtml
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A56
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A102
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6629
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/200110041632.JAA28125%40dim.ucsd.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0779?
The severity of CVE-2001-0779 is classified as critical due to its potential to grant attackers root access.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0779?
To fix CVE-2001-0779, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by Oracle for affected versions of Solaris.
What systems are affected by CVE-2001-0779?
CVE-2001-0779 affects Solaris versions 2.6, 7, and 8, as well as several versions of SunOS.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0779?
CVE-2001-0779 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that allows remote attackers to exploit it through a long username.
Can CVE-2001-0779 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2001-0779 can be exploited remotely, as it targets the yppasswd server which listens for incoming requests.
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