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CVE-2002-1611: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Aug 30 2002(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in quot in HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1a, 5.1, 5.0a, 4.0g, and 4.0f allows local users to gain privileges.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
HPE HP-UX=10.20
HPE HP-UX=11.00
HPE HP-UX=11.04
HPE HP-UX=11.11
HPE HP-UX=11.22
Compaq Tru64=4.0f
Compaq Tru64=4.0g
Compaq Tru64=5.0a
Compaq Tru64=5.1
Compaq Tru64=5.1a

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-1611?

    CVE-2002-1611 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-1611?

    To fix CVE-2002-1611, apply the latest patches for HP Tru64 UNIX versions affected by this vulnerability.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2002-1611?

    CVE-2002-1611 affects HP Tru64 UNIX versions 4.0f, 4.0g, 5.0a, 5.1, and 5.1a.

  • Who is impacted by CVE-2002-1611?

    Local users on affected HP Tru64 UNIX systems are at risk due to the buffer overflow in the quot command.

  • What is a buffer overflow in the context of CVE-2002-1611?

    In the context of CVE-2002-1611, a buffer overflow occurs when a program writes more data to a buffer than it can hold, enabling unauthorized privilege escalation.

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