Description
Buffer overflow in the permitted function of GNOME gtop daemon (libgtop_daemon) in libgtop 1.0.13 and earlier may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via long authentication data.
Product(s):
- GNOME libgtop daemon 1.0.12
- GNOME libgtop daemon 1.0.13
- GNOME libgtop daemon 1.0.6
- GNOME libgtop_daemon 1.0.7
- GNOME libgtop_daemon 1.0.9
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2001-0928, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2001-0928 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.