CVE-2001-1096: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 9, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflows in muxatmd in AIX 4 allows an attacker to cause a core dump and possibly execute code.
Affected Software
1 affected component
IBM AIX=4.0
Event History
Oct 9, 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-2001-1096?
CVE-2001-1096 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-1096?
To fix CVE-2001-1096, update your AIX system to a version that addresses this buffer overflow vulnerability.
3
What systems are impacted by CVE-2001-1096?
CVE-2001-1096 specifically affects IBM AIX version 4.0.
4
Can CVE-2001-1096 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2001-1096 can potentially be exploited remotely by an attacker due to the buffer overflow.
5
What are the consequences of not addressing CVE-2001-1096?
Failing to address CVE-2001-1096 could lead to unauthorized code execution and system compromise.