CVE-2001-0801: High severity sgi irix vulnerability
Published Dec 6, 2001
·Updated
lpstat in IRIX 6.5.13f and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges by specifying a Trojan Horse nettype shared library.
Affected Software
1 affected component
SGI IRIX<=6.5.13f
Remediation
Event History
Dec 6, 2001
CVE Published
05:00 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-2001-0801?
CVE-2001-0801 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for local users to gain root privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-0801?
To mitigate CVE-2001-0801, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of IRIX later than 6.5.13f.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2001-0801?
CVE-2001-0801 affects local users of IRIX versions 6.5.13f and earlier.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0801?
CVE-2001-0801 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
5
Can remote attackers exploit CVE-2001-0801?
No, CVE-2001-0801 can only be exploited by local users on the affected IRIX systems.