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CVE-2001-1576: Buffer overflow in cron in Caldera UnixWare 7 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a command li...

Buffer overflow in cron in Caldera UnixWare 7 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a command line argument.

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This is an old local vulnerability in Caldera UnixWare 7 cron. A user who already has local access could potentially run arbitrary code through a malformed command-line argument. The source bundle does not provide a severity score, affected package versions, or confirmed remediation details. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy Caldera UnixWare 7 systems where untrusted or lower-privileged users can access cron-related local functionality. Modern Linux, BSD, macOS, or unrelated cron implementations are not identified as affected in the supplied sources. Treat this as a legacy-platform risk discovery item. Urgency is high only if Caldera UnixWare 7 still exists in sensitive environments with multiple local users. Otherwise, prioritize inventory confirmation and decommission planning over emergency response. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Caldera UnixWare 7 and cron usage.; Review CSSA-2001-SCO.3 for vendor patch or workaround guidance.; Restrict local shell access to trusted administrators only..

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