Vulnerability Description
kdesu program in KDE2 (KDE before 2.2.0-6) does not properly verify the owner of a UNIX socket that is used to send a password, which allows local users to steal passwords and gain privileges.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Conectiva | Linux | 6.0 |
| Caldera | Openlinux Edesktop | 2.4 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 6.1 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux Corporate Server | 1.0.1 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.0 |
References
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2001-005.0.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2001/MDKSA-2001-018.php3?dis=7.2PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2001_002_kdesu_txt.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5995
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2001-005.0.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2001/MDKSA-2001-018.php3?dis=7.2PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2001_002_kdesu_txt.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5995
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0178?
CVE-2001-0178 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). kdesu program in KDE2 (KDE before 2.2.0-6) does not properly verify the owner of a UNIX socket that is used to send a password, which allows local users to steal passwords and gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2001-0178?
CVE-2001-0178 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-2001-0178?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Conectiva Linux, Caldera Openlinux Edesktop, Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux, Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux Corporate Server, Suse Suse Linux.