CVE-2001-0817: Critical severity HPE HP-UX vulnerability

Published Nov 22, 2001
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Updated

Vulnerability in HP-UX line printer daemon (rlpdaemon) in HP-UX 10.01 through 11.11 allows remote attackers to modify arbitrary files and gain root privileges via a certain print request.

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

Nov 22, 2001
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-2001-0817?

CVE-2001-0817 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote attackers to gain root privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2001-0817?

To fix CVE-2001-0817, disable the line printer daemon or apply appropriate patches provided by HP for affected HP-UX versions.

3

Which HP-UX versions are affected by CVE-2001-0817?

CVE-2001-0817 affects HP-UX versions 10.01, 10.10, 10.20, and 11.00 through 11.11.

4

What type of attack is possible with CVE-2001-0817?

CVE-2001-0817 allows remote attackers to modify arbitrary files, leading to unauthorized access and privilege escalation.

5

Is CVE-2001-0817 related to network security?

Yes, CVE-2001-0817 is a network security vulnerability since it allows remote exploitation via print requests.

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