CVE-2001-1330: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 11, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in rsh on AIX 4.2.0.0 may allow local users to gain root privileges via a long command line argument.
Affected Software
1 affected component
IBM AIX=4.2.0
Event History
Jun 11, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
May 3, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-1330?
CVE-2001-1330 has a high severity due to its potential to allow local users to gain root privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-1330?
To fix CVE-2001-1330, you should update AIX to a version that does not contain this vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2001-1330?
Local users on IBM AIX version 4.2.0.0 are affected by CVE-2001-1330.
4
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2001-1330?
The nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2001-1330 is a buffer overflow that occurs due to long command line arguments in rsh.
5
Can CVE-2001-1330 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2001-1330 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the AIX system.