Description
pt_chmod in Solaris 8 does not call fdetach to reset terminal privileges when users log out of terminals, which allows local users to write to other users' terminals by modifying the ACL of a TTY.
Products
- Sun Solaris 8.0 on X86
- Sun SunOS (Solaris 8) 5.8
Questions to Ask Vendors
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2001-1555, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2001-1555 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.
References