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CVE-2001-0834

UnknownEPSS 2.63%

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CVE-2001-0834 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. htsearch CGI program in htdig (ht://Dig) 3.1.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to use the -c option to specify an alternate configuration file, which could be used to (1) cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) by specifying a large file such as /dev/zero, or (2) read arbitrary files by uploading an alternate configuration file that specifies the target file.. EPSS estimates a 2.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

htsearch CGI program in htdig (ht://Dig) 3.1.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to use the -c option to specify an alternate configuration file, which could be used to (1) cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) by specifying a large file such as /dev/zero, or (2) read arbitrary files by uploading an alternate configuration file that specifies the target file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.63%

83.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
HtdigHtdig<= 3.1.5
ConectivaLinux5.0
ConectivaLinux5.1
ConectivaLinux6.0
ConectivaLinux7.0
DebianDebian Linux2.2
SuseSuse Linux6.3
SuseSuse Linux6.4
SuseSuse Linux7.0
SuseSuse Linux7.1
SuseSuse Linux7.2
SuseSuse Linux7.3

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0834?
htsearch CGI program in htdig (ht://Dig) 3.1.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to use the -c option to specify an alternate configuration file, which could be used to (1) cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) by specifying a large file such as /dev/zero, or (2) read arbitrary files by uploading an alternate configuration file that specifies the target file.
How severe is CVE-2001-0834?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0834 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0834?
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