Vulnerability Description
OpenSSH 2.9 and earlier does not initiate a Pluggable Authentication Module (PAM) session if commands are executed with no pty, which allows local users to bypass resource limits (rlimits) set in pam.d.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openssh | 2.1 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=99324968918628&w=2
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/797027Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2917Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6757
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=99324968918628&w=2
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/797027Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2917Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6757
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-1459?
CVE-2001-1459 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). OpenSSH 2.9 and earlier does not initiate a Pluggable Authentication Module (PAM) session if commands are executed with no pty, which allows local users to bypass resource limits (rlimits) set in pam....
How severe is CVE-2001-1459?
CVE-2001-1459 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-2001-1459?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openbsd Openssh.