CVE-2001-1562: High severity BSD Nvi vulnerability
Published Dec 31, 2001
·Updated
Format string vulnerability in nvi before 1.79 allows local users to gain privileges via format string specifiers in a filename.
Affected Software
1 affected component
BSD Nvi=1.79
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 31, 2001
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Jul 14, 2005
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-2001-1562?
CVE-2001-1562 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for local users to gain elevated privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-1562?
To fix CVE-2001-1562, upgrade nvi to version 1.79 or later, as this version addresses the format string vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2001-1562?
Local users of nvi versions prior to 1.79 are affected by CVE-2001-1562.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-1562?
CVE-2001-1562 is classified as a format string vulnerability.
5
Can remote users exploit CVE-2001-1562?
No, CVE-2001-1562 can only be exploited by local users on the affected system.