Vulnerability Description
lpusers as included with SCO OpenServer 5.0 through 5.0.6 allows a local attacker to gain additional privileges via a buffer overflow attack in the '-u' command line parameter.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sco | Openserver | <= 5.0.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-03/0407.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://security-archive.merton.ox.ac.uk/bugtraq-200104/0221.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6292
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-03/0407.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://security-archive.merton.ox.ac.uk/bugtraq-200104/0221.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6292
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0576?
CVE-2001-0576 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). lpusers as included with SCO OpenServer 5.0 through 5.0.6 allows a local attacker to gain additional privileges via a buffer overflow attack in the '-u' command line parameter.
How severe is CVE-2001-0576?
CVE-2001-0576 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0576?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sco Openserver.