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CVE-2001-0686

UnknownEPSS 0.48%

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CVE-2001-0686 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in mail included with SunOS 5.8 for x86 allows a local user to gain privileges via a long HOME environment variable.. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in mail included with SunOS 5.8 for x86 allows a local user to gain privileges via a long HOME environment variable.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.48%

38.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
SunSolaris5.8
SunSolaris8.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0686?
Buffer overflow in mail included with SunOS 5.8 for x86 allows a local user to gain privileges via a long HOME environment variable.
How severe is CVE-2001-0686?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0686 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0686?
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