What is the severity of CVE-2000-0017?

CVE-2000-0017 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to gain root privileges.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0017?

To fix CVE-2000-0017, you should update the linuxconf package to the latest version provided by your Linux distribution.

Who is affected by CVE-2000-0017?

CVE-2000-0017 affects users of the linuxconf package on Red Hat Linux.

What are the implications of CVE-2000-0017?

The implications of CVE-2000-0017 include unauthorized access and control over the affected system by remote attackers.

How does CVE-2000-0017 occur?

CVE-2000-0017 occurs due to a buffer overflow vulnerability in the linuxconf package that can be exploited through long parameters.

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CVE-2000-0017

critical

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other 119

21/12/1999

4/2/2000

20/11/2024

CVE-2000-0017: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Dec 21 1999(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in Linux linuxconf package allows remote attackers to gain root privileges via a long parameter.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Red Hat Linux

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0017?
CVE-2000-0017 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to gain root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0017?
To fix CVE-2000-0017, you should update the linuxconf package to the latest version provided by your Linux distribution.
Who is affected by CVE-2000-0017?
CVE-2000-0017 affects users of the linuxconf package on Red Hat Linux.
What are the implications of CVE-2000-0017?
The implications of CVE-2000-0017 include unauthorized access and control over the affected system by remote attackers.
How does CVE-2000-0017 occur?
CVE-2000-0017 occurs due to a buffer overflow vulnerability in the linuxconf package that can be exploited through long parameters.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0017?
CVE-2000-0017 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to gain root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0017?
To fix CVE-2000-0017, you should update the linuxconf package to the latest version provided by your Linux distribution.
Who is affected by CVE-2000-0017?
CVE-2000-0017 affects users of the linuxconf package on Red Hat Linux.
What are the implications of CVE-2000-0017?
The implications of CVE-2000-0017 include unauthorized access and control over the affected system by remote attackers.
How does CVE-2000-0017 occur?
CVE-2000-0017 occurs due to a buffer overflow vulnerability in the linuxconf package that can be exploited through long parameters.