Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Xsun in Solaris 8 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a long HOME environmental variable.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Solaris | 2.6 |
| Sun | Sunos | 5.3 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-04/0158.htmlExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2561ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6343
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-04/0158.htmlExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2561ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6343
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0422?
CVE-2001-0422 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in Xsun in Solaris 8 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a long HOME environmental variable.
How severe is CVE-2001-0422?
CVE-2001-0422 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0422?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sun Solaris, Sun Sunos.