CVE Catalog

CVE-2001-0482

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Configuration error in Argus PitBull LX allows root users to bypass specified access control restrictions. This can lead to denial of service or execution of arbitrary commands by modifying kernel variables in /proc/sys.

Risk Assessment

The organization may face serious threats, including denial of service and unauthorized command execution, which could lead to data loss or system security breaches.

Recommendation

It is recommended to review and improve the configuration of Argus PitBull LX to prevent root users from modifying kernel variables.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Configuration error in Argus PitBull LX allows root users to bypass specified access control restrictions and cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary commands by modifying kernel variables such as MaxFiles, MaxInodes, and ModProbePath in /proc/sys via calls to sysctl.

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