CVE-2001-0138
UnknownEPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2001-0138 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. privatepw program in wu-ftpd before 2.6.1-6 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
privatepw program in wu-ftpd before 2.6.1-6 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Immunix | Immunix | 7.0_beta |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.2 |
| 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 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2189Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2189Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2001-0138?
privatepw program in wu-ftpd before 2.6.1-6 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.
How severe is CVE-2001-0138?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0138 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0138?
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.
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