CVE-2001-1178: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 11, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in xman allows local users to gain privileges via a long MANPATH environment variable.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Xfree86 Project X11r6=3.3.2
Event History
Jul 11, 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-2001-1178?
CVE-2001-1178 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-1178?
To fix CVE-2001-1178, upgrade to a patched version of the XFree86 X Server beyond 3.3.2.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2001-1178?
CVE-2001-1178 specifically affects version 3.3.2 of the XFree86 X Server.
4
Who is impacted by CVE-2001-1178?
Local users on systems running the affected version of the XFree86 X Server are impacted by CVE-2001-1178.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-1178?
CVE-2001-1178 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.