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CVE-2001-1012

First published: Wed Sep 05 2001(Updated: )

Vulnerability in screen before 3.9.10, related to a multi-attach error, allows local users to gain root privileges when there is a subdirectory under /tmp/screens/.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SUSE Linux=6.3
SUSE Linux=6.4
SUSE Linux=7.0
SUSE Linux=7.1
SUSE Linux=7.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2001-1012?

    CVE-2001-1012 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow local users to gain root privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2001-1012?

    To fix CVE-2001-1012, upgrade to screen version 3.9.10 or later.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2001-1012?

    CVE-2001-1012 affects versions of SUSE Linux prior to 3.9.10, particularly 6.3 through 7.2.

  • Who is impacted by the CVE-2001-1012 vulnerability?

    Local users on affected versions of SUSE Linux are at risk of exploiting CVE-2001-1012 to gain unauthorized root privileges.

  • Is CVE-2001-1012 still a relevant vulnerability today?

    CVE-2001-1012 is less relevant today due to the age of the affected software, but systems still running these versions should be updated.

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