Buffer Overflow in xinetd Affects Open Source Linux Distributions
CVE-2001-0763

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Suse
Status
Suse Linux
Debian Linux
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 October 2001

Summary

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in xinetd, specifically in versions 2.1.8.9pre11-1 and earlier. This issue arises from improper handling of a long ident response by the svc_logprint function, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. Administrators are advised to apply patches or upgrade to later versions to mitigate potential exploitation risks.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2840
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http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio...
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http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-06/00...
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EPSS Score

25% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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