CVE-2001-1002
High
Description
The default configuration of the DVI print filter (dvips) in Red Hat Linux 7.0 and earlier does not run dvips in secure mode when dvips is executed by lpd, which could allow remote attackers to gain privileges by printing a DVI file that contains malicious commands.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
Product
Redhat Linux
PublishedAug 31, 2001
First seenAug 31, 2001
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| redhat linux | 6.2, 7.0, 7.1 | — |
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