CVE-2001-0855 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.2 Published 22 Nov 2001 Updated 8 Aug 2024

Local attackers can exploit a buffer overflow in ClearCase db_loader via the TERM variable to gain root privileges.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2001-0855?

CVE-2001-0855 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 22 Nov 2001. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Buffer overflow in db_loader in ClearCase 4.2 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges via a long TERM environment variable.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2001-0855?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Rational Software Clearcase.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0855?

No fix has been published for CVE-2001-0855 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-2001-0855 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2001-0855 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-wq48-hj2m-499j.