Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Xvt 2.1 in Debian Linux 2.2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via long (1) -name and (2) -T arguments.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| John Bovey | Xvt | 2.1 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.2 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-07/0024.htmlExploit
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-082PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/6781.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2955Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2964Patch
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-07/0024.htmlExploit
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-082PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/6781.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2955Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2964Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-1561?
CVE-2001-1561 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in Xvt 2.1 in Debian Linux 2.2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via long (1) -name and (2) -T arguments.
How severe is CVE-2001-1561?
CVE-2001-1561 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-2001-1561?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: John Bovey Xvt, Debian Debian Linux.