CVE-2001-0834
First published: Thu Dec 06 2001(Updated: )
htsearch CGI program in htdig (ht://Dig) 3.1.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to use the -c option to specify an alternate configuration file, which could be used to (1) cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) by specifying a large file such as /dev/zero, or (2) read arbitrary files by uploading an alternate configuration file that specifies the target file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ht://Dig | <=3.1.5 | |
| Conectiva Linux | =6.0 | |
| Conectiva Linux | =5.1 | |
| Conectiva Linux | =7.0 | |
| Conectiva Linux | =5.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =2.2 | |
| SUSE Linux | =7.2 | |
| SUSE Linux | =7.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =7.1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.3 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.4 | |
| SUSE Linux | =7.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000429
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-080
- http://sourceforge.net/tracker/index.php?func=detail&aid=458013&group_id=4593&atid=104593
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2001_035_htdig_txt.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-139.html
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2001-035.0.txt
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2001/MDKSA-2001-083.php3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3410
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100260195401753&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7263
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7262
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0834?
CVE-2001-0834 has a moderate severity level as it can lead to denial of service and unauthorized file access.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0834?
To fix CVE-2001-0834, upgrade the htdig software to version 3.1.6 or later, or implement proper access controls.
What types of attacks can CVE-2001-0834 facilitate?
CVE-2001-0834 can facilitate denial of service attacks and unauthorized file reading due to the ability to specify alternate configuration files.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2001-0834?
CVE-2001-0834 affects htdig versions up to and including 3.1.5, as well as several Conectiva Linux and SUSE Linux versions.
Is CVE-2001-0834 still a concern today?
While CVE-2001-0834 is dated, it remains a concern for systems running vulnerable versions of the affected software that have not been updated.
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