CVE-2001-1564
First published: Mon Dec 31 2001(Updated: )
setrlimit in HP-UX 10.01, 10.10, 10.24, 10.20, 11.00, 11.04 and 11.11 does not properly enforce core file size on processes after setuid or setgid privileges are dropped, which could allow local users to cause a denial of service by exhausting available disk space.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HPE HP-UX | =11.11 | |
| HPE HP-UX | =10.01 | |
| HPE HP-UX | =11.04 | |
| HPE HP-UX | =11.00 | |
| HPE HP-UX | =10.24 | |
| HPE HP-UX | =10.20 | |
| HPE HP-UX | =10.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-1564?
CVE-2001-1564 has a moderate severity level as it can lead to a denial of service by consuming available disk space.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1564?
To mitigate CVE-2001-1564, users should apply the latest security patches for HP-UX that address the core file size limit.
Who is affected by CVE-2001-1564?
CVE-2001-1564 affects local users on HP-UX versions 10.01, 10.10, 10.20, 10.24, 11.00, 11.04, and 11.11.
What impact can CVE-2001-1564 have on systems?
CVE-2001-1564 can lead to systems running out of disk space, potentially causing application failures or system unavailability.
Is CVE-2001-1564 a remote vulnerability?
CVE-2001-1564 is a local vulnerability that requires user access to exploit.
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