CVE-2001-0927
First published: Tue Nov 27 2001(Updated: )
Format string vulnerability in the permitted function of GNOME libgtop_daemon in libgtop 1.0.12 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an argument that contains format specifiers that are passed into the (1) syslog_message and (2) syslog_io_message functions.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libgtop2-common | =1.0.6 | |
| libgtop2-common | =1.0.7 | |
| libgtop2-common | =1.0.9 | |
| libgtop2-common | =1.0.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0927?
CVE-2001-0927 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0927?
To fix CVE-2001-0927, update GNOME libgtop_daemon to a version later than 1.0.12.
Which versions of libgtop are affected by CVE-2001-0927?
CVE-2001-0927 affects libgtop versions 1.0.6, 1.0.7, 1.0.9, and 1.0.12.
Can CVE-2001-0927 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2001-0927 can be exploited remotely through crafted arguments containing format specifiers.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0927 classified as?
CVE-2001-0927 is classified as a format string vulnerability.
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