CVE-2001-0817 Privilege escalation in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published 22 Nov 2001 Updated 8 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can modify arbitrary files and gain root privileges via a print request in the HP-UX line printer daemon.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2001-0817?

CVE-2001-0817 is a critical vulnerability in Hp Hp-Ux, published on 22 Nov 2001. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Vulnerability in HP-UX line printer daemon (rlpdaemon) in HP-UX 10.01 through 11.11 allows remote attackers to modify arbitrary files and gain root privileges via a certain print request.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2001-0817?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Hp Hp-Ux.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0817?

No fix has been published for CVE-2001-0817 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2001-0817 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2001-0817 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Hp Hp-Ux vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-wxj7-wg2v-8362.