CVE-2001-0573
UnknownEPSS 0.48%
Last modified
CVE-2001-0573 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. lsfs in AIX 4.x allows a local user to gain additional privileges by creating Trojan horse programs named (1) grep or (2) lslv in a certain directory that is under the user's control, which cause lsfs to access the programs in that directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
lsfs in AIX 4.x allows a local user to gain additional privileges by creating Trojan horse programs named (1) grep or (2) lslv in a certain directory that is under the user's control, which cause lsfs to access the programs in that directory.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 4 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/aix/2001-q2/0000.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/123651US Government Resource
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/aix/2001-q2/0000.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/123651US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2001-0573?
lsfs in AIX 4.x allows a local user to gain additional privileges by creating Trojan horse programs named (1) grep or (2) lslv in a certain directory that is under the user's control, which cause lsfs to access the programs in that directory.
How severe is CVE-2001-0573?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0573 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0573?
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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