CVE-2001-0178
UnknownEPSS 0.36%
Last modified
CVE-2001-0178 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. kdesu program in KDE2 (KDE before 2.2.0-6) does not properly verify the owner of a UNIX socket that is used to send a password, which allows local users to steal passwords and gain privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
kdesu program in KDE2 (KDE before 2.2.0-6) does not properly verify the owner of a UNIX socket that is used to send a password, which allows local users to steal passwords and gain privileges.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Conectiva | Linux | 6.0 |
| Caldera | Openlinux Edesktop | 2.4 |
| 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 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.0 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.1 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.2 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.3 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.4 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 7.0 |
References
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2001-005.0.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2001/MDKSA-2001-018.php3?dis=7.2Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2001-005.0.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2001/MDKSA-2001-018.php3?dis=7.2Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2001-0178?
kdesu program in KDE2 (KDE before 2.2.0-6) does not properly verify the owner of a UNIX socket that is used to send a password, which allows local users to steal passwords and gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2001-0178?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0178 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0178?
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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