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CVE-2001-1002

UnknownEPSS 9.32%

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CVE-2001-1002 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The default configuration of the DVI print filter (dvips) in Red Hat Linux 7.0 and earlier does not run dvips in secure mode when dvips is executed by lpd, which could allow remote attackers to gain privileges by printing a DVI file that contains malicious commands.. EPSS estimates a 9.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The default configuration of the DVI print filter (dvips) in Red Hat Linux 7.0 and earlier does not run dvips in secure mode when dvips is executed by lpd, which could allow remote attackers to gain privileges by printing a DVI file that contains malicious commands.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
9.32%

94.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
RedhatLinux6.2
RedhatLinux7.0
RedhatLinux7.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-1002?
The default configuration of the DVI print filter (dvips) in Red Hat Linux 7.0 and earlier does not run dvips in secure mode when dvips is executed by lpd, which could allow remote attackers to gain privileges by printing a DVI file that contains malicious commands.
How severe is CVE-2001-1002?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-1002 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 9.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1002?
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