CVE-2001-1541: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 31, 2001
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Updated

Buffer overflow in Unix-to-Unix Copy Protocol (UUCP) in BSDI BSD/OS 3.0 through 4.2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long command line argument.

Affected Software

6 affected components
BSDI Bsd Os=4.1
BSDI Bsd Os=4.0.1
BSDI Bsd Os=3.1
BSDI Bsd Os=3.0
BSDI Bsd Os=4.2
BSDI Bsd Os=4.0

Event History

Dec 31, 2001
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Jul 14, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2001-1541?

CVE-2001-1541 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2001-1541?

To mitigate CVE-2001-1541, users should upgrade to a version of BSD/OS that is not affected, beyond 4.2.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2001-1541?

CVE-2001-1541 affects local users on BSD/OS versions 3.0 through 4.2.

4

What can attackers do exploiting CVE-2001-1541?

Attackers exploiting CVE-2001-1541 can execute arbitrary code on the affected BSDI systems.

5

When was CVE-2001-1541 discovered?

CVE-2001-1541 was publicly disclosed in the year 2001.

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