Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in PerlIS.dll in Activestate ActivePerl 5.6.1.629 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an HTTP request for a long filename that ends in a .pl extension.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Activestate | Activeperl | <= 5.6.1.629 |
References
- http://bugs.activestate.com/show_bug.cgi?id=18062ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100583978302585&w=2
- http://www.osvdb.org/678
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3526ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7539
- http://bugs.activestate.com/show_bug.cgi?id=18062ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100583978302585&w=2
- http://www.osvdb.org/678
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3526ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7539
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0815?
CVE-2001-0815 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in PerlIS.dll in Activestate ActivePerl 5.6.1.629 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an HTTP request for a long filename that ends in a .pl extension.
How severe is CVE-2001-0815?
CVE-2001-0815 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0815?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Activestate Activeperl.