CVE-2001-0062
UnknownEPSS 0.33%
Last modified
CVE-2001-0062 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. procfs in FreeBSD and possibly other operating systems allows local users to cause a denial of service by calling mmap on the process' own mem file, which causes the kernel to hang.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
procfs in FreeBSD and possibly other operating systems allows local users to cause a denial of service by calling mmap on the process' own mem file, which causes the kernel to hang.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.5.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.1.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.2 |
References
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-00:77.procfs.v1.1.ascPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2131Patch, Vendor Advisory
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-00:77.procfs.v1.1.ascPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2131Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2001-0062?
procfs in FreeBSD and possibly other operating systems allows local users to cause a denial of service by calling mmap on the process' own mem file, which causes the kernel to hang.
How severe is CVE-2001-0062?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0062 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0062?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2001-0062?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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