CVE-2001-0943 describes a vulnerability in the dbsnmp component of Oracle Database Server versions 8.0.5 and 8.1.5. This flaw allows local users to execute arbitrary code by manipulating the PATH environment variable, causing dbsnmp to execute malicious chown or chgrp programs instead of legitimate ones. With a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH), this vulnerability has a low attack complexity and requires local access, but can lead to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is no evidence of active exploitation, public exploit code (Metasploit, Nuclei, ExploitDB), or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
8.0.5CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:oracle:database_server:8.0.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
8.1.5CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:oracle:database_server:8.1.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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