CVE-2001-0496

Description

kdesu in kdelibs package creates world readable temporary files containing authentication info, which can allow local users to gain privileges.

4.6

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.07%

Vendor Advisory redhat.com Vendor Advisory linux-mandrake.com

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2001-059.html	patch vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6856	vdb entry
http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2001/MDKSA-2001-046.php3	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0496?: CVE-2001-0496 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2001-0496?: To fix CVE-2001-0496, 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-2001-0496 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2001-0496 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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