CVE-2001-1384

UnknownEPSS 0.95%

Last modified

CVE-2001-1384 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ptrace in Linux 2.2.x through 2.2.19, and 2.4.x through 2.4.9, allows local users to gain root privileges by running ptrace on a setuid or setgid program that itself calls an unprivileged program, such as newgrp.. EPSS estimates a 0.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

ptrace in Linux 2.2.x through 2.2.19, and 2.4.x through 2.4.9, allows local users to gain root privileges by running ptrace on a setuid or setgid program that itself calls an unprivileged program, such as newgrp.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.95%

56.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.0
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.1
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.2
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.3
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.4
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.5
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.6
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.7
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.8
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.9
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.10
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.11
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.12
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.13
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.14
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.15
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.16
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.17
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.18
LinuxLinux Kernel2.2.19
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.2
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.3
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.7
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.8
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.9
LinuxLinux Kernel2.4.10

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-1384?
ptrace in Linux 2.2.x through 2.2.19, and 2.4.x through 2.4.9, allows local users to gain root privileges by running ptrace on a setuid or setgid program that itself calls an unprivileged program, such as newgrp.
How severe is CVE-2001-1384?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-1384 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1384?
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