CVE-2001-1411: High severity Apple iOS and macOS vulnerability
Published Oct 25, 2003
·Updated
Format string vulnerability in gm4 (aka m4) on Mac OS X may allow local users to gain privileges if gm4 is called by setuid programs.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.9
Event History
Oct 25, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Nov 17, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-1411?
CVE-2001-1411 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-1411?
To fix CVE-2001-1411, it is recommended to update macOS to the latest version that mitigates this vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2001-1411?
CVE-2001-1411 affects users of Mac OS X 10.4.9 who run setuid programs utilizing gm4.
4
What can an attacker do with CVE-2001-1411?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2001-1411 can potentially gain unauthorized access to system privileges.
5
Is CVE-2001-1411 actively being exploited?
As of now, there are no widely reported active exploits specifically targeting CVE-2001-1411.