CVE-2001-1541: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Dec 31 2001(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.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
Who is affected by CVE-2001-1541?
CVE-2001-1541 affects local users on BSD/OS versions 3.0 through 4.2.
What can attackers do exploiting CVE-2001-1541?
Attackers exploiting CVE-2001-1541 can execute arbitrary code on the affected BSDI systems.
When was CVE-2001-1541 discovered?
CVE-2001-1541 was publicly disclosed in the year 2001.
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