CVE-2001-1561: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 31, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in Xvt 2.1 in Debian Linux 2.2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via long (1) -name and (2) -T arguments.
Affected Software
2 affected components
John Bovey Xvt=2.1
Debian Debian Linux=2.2
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
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
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-1561?
CVE-2001-1561 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for local exploitation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-1561?
To fix CVE-2001-1561, update Xvt to the latest version or apply the provided security patches from Debian.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2001-1561?
CVE-2001-1561 affects local users of Xvt 2.1 on Debian Linux 2.2 systems.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-1561?
CVE-2001-1561 is a buffer overflow vulnerability allowing the execution of arbitrary code.
5
Can remote users exploit CVE-2001-1561?
No, CVE-2001-1561 is a local vulnerability that cannot be exploited remotely.