Vulnerability Description
Un-CGI 1.9 and earlier does not verify that a CGI script has the execution bits set before executing it, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by directing Un-CGI to a document that begins with "#!" and the desired program name.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Steve Grimm | Un-Cgi | 1.0 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-07/0287.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-07/0349.html
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/6847.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.midwinter.com/~koreth/uncgi-changes.html
- http://www.midwinter.com/~koreth/uncgi.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3057
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-07/0287.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-07/0349.html
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/6847.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.midwinter.com/~koreth/uncgi-changes.html
- http://www.midwinter.com/~koreth/uncgi.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3057
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-1241?
CVE-2001-1241 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Un-CGI 1.9 and earlier does not verify that a CGI script has the execution bits set before executing it, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by directing Un-CGI to a document t...
How severe is CVE-2001-1241?
CVE-2001-1241 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-1241?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Steve Grimm Un-Cgi.