low2.1Public exploit code
CVE-2001-1092
msgchk in Digital UNIX 4.0G and earlier allows a local user to read the first line of arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the .mh_profile file.
Public exploit code
Working exploit or proof of concept code has been published for this vulnerability. Treat unpatched systems as at risk.
- Digital Unix 4.0 - MSGCHK MH_PROFILE Symbolic Link2001-09-10 · local · unix · Verified
Impact
msgchk in Digital UNIX 4.0G and earlier allows a local user to read the first line of arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the .mh_profile file.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Compaq | Tru64 | Versions 4.0d, 4.0e, 4.0f, 4.0g |
References
- NVD record
- CVE.org record
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/440539
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/213238
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3320
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7102
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/440539
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/213238
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3320
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7102