CVE Catalog

CVE-2001-0855

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Buffer overflow in db_loader in ClearCase 4.2 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges via a long TERM environment variable.

Risk Assessment

Local users can exploit this vulnerability to gain full system privileges, posing a significant security risk.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update ClearCase to the latest version to eliminate this vulnerability and restrict system access for unauthorized users.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in db_loader in ClearCase 4.2 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges via a long TERM environment variable.

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