Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in NQS daemon (nqsdaemon) in NQE 3.3.0.16 for CRAY UNICOS and SGI IRIX allows a local user to gain root privileges by using qsub to submit a batch job whose name contains formatting characters.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sgi | Nqsdaemon | 3.3.0.16 |
| Cray | Unicos | All versions |
References
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20020101-01-IPatchVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100695627423924&w=2
- http://www.osvdb.org/3275
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3590
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7618
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20020101-01-IPatchVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=100695627423924&w=2
- http://www.osvdb.org/3275
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3590
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7618
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0891?
CVE-2001-0891 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in NQS daemon (nqsdaemon) in NQE 3.3.0.16 for CRAY UNICOS and SGI IRIX allows a local user to gain root privileges by using qsub to submit a batch job whose name contains f...
How severe is CVE-2001-0891?
CVE-2001-0891 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-2001-0891?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sgi Nqsdaemon, Cray Unicos.