CVE-2001-0738
UnknownEPSS 2.58%
Last modified
CVE-2001-0738 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. LogLine function in klogd in sysklogd 1.3 in various Linux distributions allows an attacker to cause a denial of service (hang) by causing null bytes to be placed in log messages.. EPSS estimates a 2.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
LogLine function in klogd in sysklogd 1.3 in various Linux distributions allows an attacker to cause a denial of service (hang) by causing null bytes to be placed in log messages.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Immunix | Immunix | 6.2 |
| Immunix | Immunix | 7.0 |
| Immunix | Immunix | 7.0_beta |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 1.3 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.2 |
References
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/249579Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/249579Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2001-0738?
LogLine function in klogd in sysklogd 1.3 in various Linux distributions allows an attacker to cause a denial of service (hang) by causing null bytes to be placed in log messages.
How severe is CVE-2001-0738?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0738 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0738?
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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