Vulnerability Description
tcl/tk package (tcltk) 8.3.1 searches for its libraries in the current working directory before other directories, which could allow local users to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse library that is under a user-controlled directory.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Conectiva | Linux | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Linux | 7.0 |
References
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000409
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/6869.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- 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/3073PatchVendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=28226
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000409
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/6869.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- 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/3073PatchVendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=28226
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-1375?
CVE-2001-1375 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). tcl/tk package (tcltk) 8.3.1 searches for its libraries in the current working directory before other directories, which could allow local users to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse library th...
How severe is CVE-2001-1375?
CVE-2001-1375 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-1375?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Conectiva Linux, Redhat Linux.