CVE-2000-0196: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Feb 28 2000(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in mhshow in the Linux nmh package allows remote attackers to execute commands via malformed MIME headers in an email message.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| nmh | =1.0.2 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =5.2 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =5.2 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =5.2 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =6.1 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =6.1 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =6.1 | |
| Turbolinux | =3.5b2 | |
| Turbolinux | =4.2 | |
| Turbolinux | =4.4 | |
| Turbolinux | =6.0.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0196?
CVE-2000-0196 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution through crafted email messages.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0196?
To fix CVE-2000-0196, update the nmh package to a version that has addressed this buffer overflow vulnerability.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2000-0196?
CVE-2000-0196 affects nmh version 1.0.2 as well as certain versions of Red Hat and Turbolinux operating systems.
What type of attack does CVE-2000-0196 enable?
CVE-2000-0196 enables attackers to execute arbitrary commands on a vulnerable system through specially crafted MIME headers in email messages.
How can I identify if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2000-0196?
You can identify vulnerability to CVE-2000-0196 by checking if your software includes nmh 1.0.2 or is running affected versions of Red Hat or Turbolinux.
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