Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2001-1077 is an old local privilege-escalation issue in rxvt 2.6.2. A user who already has local access could trigger a buffer overflow through overly long window-title or application-name input and potentially gain higher privileges. It matters mainly for legacy Unix/Linux systems that still ship or run this rxvt version. Exposure is likely limited to legacy systems running rxvt 2.6.2 or affected distribution packages referenced by Debian, Mandrake, and Immunix advisories. Internet-facing exposure is not indicated; the reported attack requires local user access. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless affected multi-user systems are found. If rxvt 2.6.2 exists on shared servers, prioritize remediation because the reported impact is local privilege gain. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for installed rxvt packages and exact versions.; Apply the relevant vendor update from Debian, Mandrake, Immunix, or current OS guidance.; Remove rxvt from systems where it is no longer required..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- rxvt-ttprintf-bo(6701)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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