CVE-2001-1166
First published: Tue Aug 21 2001(Updated: )
linprocfs on FreeBSD 4.3 and earlier does not properly restrict access to kernel memory, which allows one process with debugging rights on a privileged process to read restricted memory from that process.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.1 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.2 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.0 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-1166?
CVE-2001-1166 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive kernel memory.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1166?
To fix CVE-2001-1166, upgrade to a later version of FreeBSD that properly restricts access to kernel memory.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2001-1166?
CVE-2001-1166 affects FreeBSD versions 4.0, 4.1, 4.2, and 4.3.
Who is vulnerable to CVE-2001-1166?
Any user process on FreeBSD systems with debugging rights can exploit CVE-2001-1166 to read restricted kernel memory.
What impact does CVE-2001-1166 have on FreeBSD systems?
CVE-2001-1166 can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, compromising the security of FreeBSD systems.
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