CVE-2001-1267: Low severity GNU tar vulnerability
Directory traversal vulnerability in GNU tar 1.13.19 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files during archive extraction via a tar file whose filenames contain a .. (dot dot).
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Flaw bug created to hold information about an old flaw we knew something about. For more details see the MITRE CVE description.
— Red Hat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-1267?
CVE-2001-1267 has a moderate severity level due to its potential to allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1267?
To fix CVE-2001-1267, update to a version of GNU tar later than 1.13.19.
Who is affected by CVE-2001-1267?
Local users who have access to extract tar files using GNU tar versions 1.13.19 and earlier are affected by CVE-2001-1267.
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2001-1267?
Any system running GNU tar version 1.13.19 or earlier is vulnerable to CVE-2001-1267.
What is the impact of CVE-2001-1267?
The impact of CVE-2001-1267 allows local users to potentially overwrite system files, which could lead to a compromise.