Vulnerability Description
OpenSSH 3.0.1 and earlier with UseLogin enabled does not properly cleanse critical environment variables such as LD_PRELOAD, which allows local users to gain root privileges.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openssh | <= 3.0.1 |
| Redhat | Linux | 7.0 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.4 |
References
- ftp://ftp.caldera.com/pub/security/OpenLinux/CSSA-2001-042.1.txt
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000446
- http://frontal2.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2001:092
- http://lists.suse.com/archives/suse-security-announce/2001-Dec/0001.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100749779131514&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=openssh-unix-dev&m=100747128105913&w=2
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/m-026.shtml
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-091
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/157447US Government Resource
- http://www.osvdb.org/688
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-161.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3614
- http://www1.itrc.hp.com/service/cki/docDisplay.do?docId=HPSBUX0112-005
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7647
- ftp://ftp.caldera.com/pub/security/OpenLinux/CSSA-2001-042.1.txt
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0872?
CVE-2001-0872 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). OpenSSH 3.0.1 and earlier with UseLogin enabled does not properly cleanse critical environment variables such as LD_PRELOAD, which allows local users to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2001-0872?
CVE-2001-0872 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-2001-0872?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openbsd Openssh, Redhat Linux, Suse Suse Linux.