CVE-2001-0117
UnknownEPSS 0.37%
Last modified
CVE-2001-0117 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. sdiff 2.7 in the diffutils package allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
sdiff 2.7 in the diffutils package allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Immunix | Immunix | 7.0_beta |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 6.0 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 6.1 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 7.0 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 7.1 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 7.2 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux Corporate Server | 1.0.1 |
| Redhat | Linux | 7.0 |
| Trustix | Secure Linux | 1.1 |
| Trustix | Secure Linux | 1.2 |
References
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/579928US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2191Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/579928US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2191Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2001-0117?
sdiff 2.7 in the diffutils package allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack.
How severe is CVE-2001-0117?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0117 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0117?
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-2001-0117?
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