Vulnerability Description
linprocfs on FreeBSD 4.3 and earlier does not properly restrict access to kernel memory, which allows one process with debugging rights on a privileged process to read restricted memory from that process.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.0 |
References
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-01:55.procfs.asc
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7017.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/1938
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3217PatchVendor Advisory
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-01:55.procfs.asc
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7017.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/1938
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3217PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-1166?
CVE-2001-1166 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). linprocfs on FreeBSD 4.3 and earlier does not properly restrict access to kernel memory, which allows one process with debugging rights on a privileged process to read restricted memory from that proc...
How severe is CVE-2001-1166?
CVE-2001-1166 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-1166?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.