CVE-2001-1551 — LOW (2.1) — White Hats Nepal

Vulnerability Description

Linux kernel 2.2.19 enables CAP_SYS_RESOURCE for setuid processes, which allows local users to exceed disk quota restrictions during execution of setuid programs.

CVSS Score

2.1

LOW

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

PARTIAL

Availability

NONE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.2.19

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-10/0179.htmlVendor Advisory
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-10/0179.htmlVendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2001-1551?

CVE-2001-1551 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Linux kernel 2.2.19 enables CAP_SYS_RESOURCE for setuid processes, which allows local users to exceed disk quota restrictions during execution of setuid programs.

How severe is CVE-2001-1551?

CVE-2001-1551 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2001-1551?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.