CVE-2001-0370

Description

fcheck prior to 2.57.59 calls the file signature checking program insecurely, which can allow a local user to run arbitrary commands via a file name that contains shell metacharacters.

4.6

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.07%

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6256	vdb entry
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=98521301510554&w=2	mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0370?: CVE-2001-0370 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2001-0370?: To fix CVE-2001-0370, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2001-0370 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2001-0370 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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