CVE-2001-1164: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 27, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in uucp utilities in UnixWare 7 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via long command line arguments to (1) uucp, (2) uux, (3) bnuconvert, (4) uucico, (5) uuxcmd, or (6) uuxqt.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Caldera UnixWare=7.0
Remediation
Event History
Jun 27, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Mar 15, 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-2001-1164?
CVE-2001-1164 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-1164?
To fix CVE-2001-1164, apply the latest security patches and updates provided by the vendor for UnixWare 7.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2001-1164?
Local users of UnixWare 7 are affected by CVE-2001-1164 due to the buffer overflow vulnerability in uucp utilities.
4
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2001-1164?
CVE-2001-1164 specifically affects Caldera UnixWare 7.0.
5
What components are involved in CVE-2001-1164?
CVE-2001-1164 involves buffer overflows in the uucp, uux, bnuconvert, uucico, uuxcmd, and uuxqt utilities.