Vulnerability Description
uuxqt in Taylor UUCP package does not properly remove dangerous long options, which allows local users to gain privileges by calling uux and specifying an alternate configuration file with the --config option.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ian Lance Taylor | Taylor Uucp | 1.0.6 |
References
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000425PatchVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100715446131820
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2001-165.html
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2001-033.0.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-079
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2001_038_uucp_txt.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/212892ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3312ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7099
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000425PatchVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100715446131820
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2001-165.html
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2001-033.0.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-079
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2001_038_uucp_txt.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0873?
CVE-2001-0873 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). uuxqt in Taylor UUCP package does not properly remove dangerous long options, which allows local users to gain privileges by calling uux and specifying an alternate configuration file with the --confi...
How severe is CVE-2001-0873?
CVE-2001-0873 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-2001-0873?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ian Lance Taylor Taylor Uucp.