CVE-2001-0940: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 21, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the GUI authentication code of Check Point VPN-1/FireWall-1 Management Server 4.0 and 4.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long user name.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Checkpoint Firewall-1=4.0
Checkpoint Firewall-1=4.1
Remediation
Event History
Sep 21, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Jun 25, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0940?
CVE-2001-0940 is classified as critical due to its potential for allowing arbitrary code execution through a buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-0940?
To fix CVE-2001-0940, you should upgrade to a patched version of Check Point VPN-1/FireWall-1 management software.
3
What are the affected versions in CVE-2001-0940?
CVE-2001-0940 affects Check Point FireWall-1 versions 4.0 and 4.1.
4
Who is impacted by CVE-2001-0940?
Any organization using Check Point FireWall-1 versions 4.0 or 4.1 is at risk from CVE-2001-0940.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0940?
CVE-2001-0940 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited via the GUI authentication code.