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CVE-2001-1147

First published: Mon Oct 08 2001(Updated: )

The PAM implementation in /bin/login of the util-linux package before 2.11 causes a password entry to be rewritten across multiple PAM calls, which could provide the credentials of one user to a different user, when used in certain PAM modules such as pam_limits.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Util-linux=2.10s
Util-linux=2.11f
Util-linux=2.11h
Util-linux=2.11i
Util-linux=2.11k

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2001-1147?

    CVE-2001-1147 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on user credential exposure.

  • How do I fix CVE-2001-1147?

    To fix CVE-2001-1147, update the util-linux package to version 2.11l or newer.

  • Which applications are affected by CVE-2001-1147?

    CVE-2001-1147 affects the PAM implementation in the /bin/login of the util-linux package before version 2.11l.

  • What operating systems are impacted by CVE-2001-1147?

    CVE-2001-1147 primarily impacts Unix-like operating systems that utilize the vulnerable versions of the util-linux package.

  • Can CVE-2001-1147 lead to unauthorized access?

    Yes, CVE-2001-1147 can potentially allow one user to access another user's credentials, posing a significant security risk.

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