CVE-2001-0840 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code on Compaq Insight Manager XE via buffer overflows in SNMP and DMI protocols.
- 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-2001-0840?
CVE-2001-0840 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 22 Nov 2001. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Buffer overflow in Compaq Insight Manager XE 2.1b and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) SNMP and (2) DMI.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2001-0840?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Compaq Insight Manager Xe.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0840?
No fix has been published for CVE-2001-0840 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2001-0840 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2001-0840 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-jvxm-j4x4-hgqw.