Vulnerability Description
A configuration error in the libdb1 package in OpenLinux 3.1 uses insecure versions of the snprintf and vsnprintf functions, which could allow local or remote users to exploit those functions with a buffer overflow.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Caldera | Openlinux | 3.1 |
References
- http://www.caldera.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2001-037.0.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7427
- http://www.caldera.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2001-037.0.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7427
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0850?
CVE-2001-0850 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). A configuration error in the libdb1 package in OpenLinux 3.1 uses insecure versions of the snprintf and vsnprintf functions, which could allow local or remote users to exploit those functions with a b...
How severe is CVE-2001-0850?
CVE-2001-0850 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0850?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Caldera Openlinux.