CVE Catalog

CVE-2001-0066

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Secure Locate (slocate) allows local users to corrupt memory via a malformed database file that specifies an offset value that accesses memory outside of the intended buffer.

Risk Assessment

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to introduce unauthorized changes to memory, potentially leading to system instability or access to sensitive data.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Secure Locate to the latest version and monitor database files for irregularities.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Secure Locate (slocate) allows local users to corrupt memory via a malformed database file that specifies an offset value that accesses memory outside of the intended buffer.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS