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CVE-2001-0913: Format string vulnerability in Network Solutions Rwhoisd 1.5.7.2 and earlier, when using syslog, allows rem...

Format string vulnerability in Network Solutions Rwhoisd 1.5.7.2 and earlier, when using syslog, allows remote attackers to corrupt memory and possibly execute arbitrary code via a rwhois request that contains format specifiers.

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Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old remote memory-corruption issue in Network Solutions Rwhoisd. If a vulnerable server logs requests through syslog, a specially crafted request could corrupt memory and may allow code execution. Exposure is likely limited to legacy deployments, but any Internet-facing instance deserves attention. Organizations are exposed only if they still run Network Solutions Rwhoisd 1.5.7.2 or earlier, especially where the service is reachable remotely and configured to use syslog. Modern exposure is probably uncommon, but legacy WHOIS infrastructure should be checked. Prioritize as high if legacy Rwhoisd is present on exposed infrastructure. Otherwise, treat as a targeted legacy-asset verification task. The main business risk is compromise of an old externally reachable directory service. Mitigation focus: Confirm whether any Rwhoisd service is still deployed.; Check vendor guidance and the referenced rwhois announcement for fixed versions.; Retire or replace unsupported legacy Rwhoisd instances where possible..

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