CVE-2001-0905
UnknownEPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2001-0905 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Race condition in signal handling of procmail 3.20 and earlier, when running setuid, allows local users to cause a denial of service or gain root privileges by sending a signal while a signal handling routine is already running.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Race condition in signal handling of procmail 3.20 and earlier, when running setuid, allows local users to cause a denial of service or gain root privileges by sending a signal while a signal handling routine is already running.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Procmail | Procmail | <= 3.20 |
References
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-01:60.procmail.ascPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-083Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2001/MDKSA-2001-085.php3Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-093.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3071Patch, Vendor Advisory
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-01:60.procmail.ascPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-083Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2001/MDKSA-2001-085.php3Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-093.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3071Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2001-0905?
Race condition in signal handling of procmail 3.20 and earlier, when running setuid, allows local users to cause a denial of service or gain root privileges by sending a signal while a signal handling routine is already running.
How severe is CVE-2001-0905?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0905 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0905?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2001-0905?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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