CVE-2001-0803: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 6, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the client connection routine of libDtSvc.so.1 in CDE Subprocess Control Service (dtspcd) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.
Affected Software
6 affected components
Open Group Cde Common Desktop Environment=1.0.1
Open Group Cde Common Desktop Environment=1.0.2
Open Group Cde Common Desktop Environment=1.1
Open Group Cde Common Desktop Environment=1.2
Open Group Cde Common Desktop Environment=2.0
Open Group Cde Common Desktop Environment=2.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Patch Available
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
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What is the vulnerability severity of CVE-2001-0803?
CVE-2001-0803 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.
2
How can I fix CVE-2001-0803?
To fix CVE-2001-0803, it is recommended to update the Common Desktop Environment to a version that has addressed this buffer overflow vulnerability.
3
Which versions of CDE are affected by CVE-2001-0803?
CVE-2001-0803 affects CDE versions 1.0.1, 1.1, 1.0.2, 1.2, 2.0, and 2.1.
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What components are involved in CVE-2001-0803?
CVE-2001-0803 involves a buffer overflow in the client connection routine of libDtSvc.so.1 within the CDE Subprocess Control Service (dtspcd).
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What type of attack is enabled by CVE-2001-0803?
CVE-2001-0803 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on vulnerable systems.