CVE-2003-0679: Low severity sgi irix vulnerability

Published Aug 15, 2003
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Updated

Unknown vulnerability in the libcpr library for the Checkpoint/Restart (cpr) system on SGI IRIX 6.5.21f and earlier allows local users to truncate or overwrite certain files.

Affected Software

1 affected component
SGI IRIX<=6.5.21f

Event History

Aug 15, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Aug 27, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-0679?

CVE-2003-0679 is categorized as a low severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2003-0679?

To fix CVE-2003-0679, upgrade to a later version of SGI IRIX beyond 6.5.21f.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2003-0679?

Local users of SGI IRIX 6.5.21f and earlier are affected by CVE-2003-0679.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2003-0679?

CVE-2003-0679 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability in the libcpr library.

5

What impact does CVE-2003-0679 have on affected systems?

CVE-2003-0679 allows local users to truncate or overwrite certain files, potentially leading to data loss.

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