CVE-2001-1034: High severity FreeBSD FreeBSD vulnerability
Published Sep 23, 2001
·Updated
Format string vulnerability in Hylafax on FreeBSD allows local users to execute arbitrary code via format specifiers in the -h hostname argument for (1) faxrm or (2) faxalter.
Affected Software
1 affected component
FreeBSD FreeBSD=4.4
Event History
Sep 23, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Feb 2, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-1034?
CVE-2001-1034 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-1034?
To fix CVE-2001-1034, update Hylafax to the latest version that addresses this format string vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2001-1034?
CVE-2001-1034 affects local users on FreeBSD systems running Hylafax version 4.4.
4
What are the implications of CVE-2001-1034?
The implications of CVE-2001-1034 include potential unauthorized access and execution of malicious code by attackers.
5
Which components are impacted by CVE-2001-1034?
CVE-2001-1034 impacts the faxrm and faxalter components of Hylafax on FreeBSD.