Vulnerability Description
glibc 2.1.9x and earlier does not properly clear the RESOLV_HOST_CONF, HOSTALIASES, or RES_OPTIONS environmental variables when executing setuid/setgid programs, which could allow local users to read arbitrary files.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Immunix | Immunix | 7.0_beta |
| Conectiva | Linux | 4.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.3 |
| Redhat | Linux | 7.0 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-01/0131.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-01/0186.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-001.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2181PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5907
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-01/0131.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-01/0186.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-001.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2181PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5907
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0170?
CVE-2001-0170 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). glibc 2.1.9x and earlier does not properly clear the RESOLV_HOST_CONF, HOSTALIASES, or RES_OPTIONS environmental variables when executing setuid/setgid programs, which could allow local users to read ...
How severe is CVE-2001-0170?
CVE-2001-0170 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0170?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Immunix Immunix, Conectiva Linux, Debian Debian Linux, Redhat Linux.