Description
Format string vulnerability in nvi before 1.79 allows local users to gain privileges via format string specifiers in a filename.
Products
Questions to Ask Vendors
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2001-1562, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2001-1562 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