CVE-2001-1555
UnknownEPSS 0.44%
Last modified
CVE-2001-1555 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. pt_chmod in Solaris 8 does not call fdetach to reset terminal privileges when users log out of terminals, which allows local users to write to other users' terminals by modifying the ACL of a TTY.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
pt_chmod in Solaris 8 does not call fdetach to reset terminal privileges when users log out of terminals, which allows local users to write to other users' terminals by modifying the ACL of a TTY.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Solaris | 8.0 |
| Sun | Sunos | 5.8 |
References
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1002732Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1004035Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-43929-1Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1002732Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1004035Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-43929-1Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2001-1555?
pt_chmod in Solaris 8 does not call fdetach to reset terminal privileges when users log out of terminals, which allows local users to write to other users' terminals by modifying the ACL of a TTY.
How severe is CVE-2001-1555?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-1555 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1555?
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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