First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )
Multiple buffer overflows in realtime operating system (RTOS) 6.1.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long ABLANG environment variable in phlocale or (2) a long -u option to pkg-installer.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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QNX RTOS | =6.1.0 |
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CVE-2002-2041 is categorized as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.
To fix CVE-2002-2041, users should upgrade to a patched version of RTOS that resolves the buffer overflow issues.
CVE-2002-2041 affects local users of QNX RTOS version 6.1.0 who can manipulate environment variables or command options.
The attack vectors for CVE-2002-2041 include supplying a long ABLANG environment variable or a lengthy -u command option in the pkg-installer.
Exploiting CVE-2002-2041 can lead to arbitrary code execution, potentially gaining full control over affected systems.