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CVE-2001-0178

UnknownEPSS 0.36%

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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.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.36%

28.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ConectivaLinux6.0
CalderaOpenlinux Edesktop2.4
MandrakesoftMandrake Linux6.1
MandrakesoftMandrake Linux7.0
MandrakesoftMandrake Linux7.1
MandrakesoftMandrake Linux7.2
MandrakesoftMandrake Linux Corporate Server1.0.1
SuseSuse Linux6.0
SuseSuse Linux6.1
SuseSuse Linux6.2
SuseSuse Linux6.3
SuseSuse Linux6.4
SuseSuse Linux7.0

References

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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Source: NVD / NIST