CVE-2001-0872
UnknownEPSS 0.87%
Last modified
CVE-2001-0872 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. OpenSSH 3.0.1 and earlier with UseLogin enabled does not properly cleanse critical environment variables such as LD_PRELOAD, which allows local users to gain root privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
OpenSSH 3.0.1 and earlier with UseLogin enabled does not properly cleanse critical environment variables such as LD_PRELOAD, which allows local users to gain root privileges.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openssh | <= 3.0.1 |
| Redhat | Linux | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Linux | 7.1 |
| Redhat | Linux | 7.2 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.4 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 7.0 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 7.1 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 7.2 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 7.3 |
References
- http://lists.suse.com/archives/suse-security-announce/2001-Dec/0001.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/157447US Government Resource
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-161.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.suse.com/archives/suse-security-announce/2001-Dec/0001.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/157447US Government Resource
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-161.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2001-0872?
OpenSSH 3.0.1 and earlier with UseLogin enabled does not properly cleanse critical environment variables such as LD_PRELOAD, which allows local users to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2001-0872?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0872 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0872?
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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