CVE-2001-1551

Low

Linux kernel 2.2.19 enables CAP_SYS_RESOURCE for setuid processes, which allows local users to exceed disk quota restrictions during execution of setuid programs.

Package Linux Kernel
Published 2001-12-31
Last modified 2026-04-16
CVSS version 2.0
Patch available
Awaiting data

CVSS 2.0 score

2.1

out of 10
Low
Attack Vector
Local
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
User Interaction
Scope
Confidentiality
Low
Integrity
Availability
None
Vector string
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N

References

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is CVE-2001-1551?

    CVE-2001-1551 is a Low severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 out of 10 . CVE-2001-1551 has not been confirmed as actively exploited and is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog.

  • What is the CVSS score for CVE-2001-1551?

    CVE-2001-1551 has a CVSS score of 2.1 out of 10, rated Low severity (CVSS 2.0). The vector string is AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N .

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2001-1551?

    Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for CVE-2001-1551 patch availability.

  • Is CVE-2001-1551 actively exploited?

    No. CVE-2001-1551 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.

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