Format String Vulnerability in man Utility on Linux Distributions
CVE-2001-0193

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Debian

Vendor
CVE Published:
3 May 2001

What is CVE-2001-0193?

A format string vulnerability exists in the man utility across certain Linux distributions, allowing local users to exploit malformed parameters. Specifically, the -l option can be manipulated to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges. This security weakness could enable unauthorized users to gain higher access levels, presenting a significant risk if unpatched.

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