Vulnerability Description
expect before 5.32 searches for its libraries in /var/tmp before other directories, which could allow local users to gain root privileges via a Trojan horse library that is accessed by mkpasswd.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Don Libes | Expect | 0 |
| Conectiva | Linux | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Linux | 7.0 |
References
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000409
- http://www.mandrakesoft.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2002:060
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-148.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3074PatchVendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=22187
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=28224
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6870
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000409
- http://www.mandrakesoft.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2002:060
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-148.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3074PatchVendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=22187
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=28224
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6870
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-1374?
CVE-2001-1374 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). expect before 5.32 searches for its libraries in /var/tmp before other directories, which could allow local users to gain root privileges via a Trojan horse library that is accessed by mkpasswd.
How severe is CVE-2001-1374?
CVE-2001-1374 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-2001-1374?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Don Libes Expect, Conectiva Linux, Redhat Linux.