CVE-2000-0231
First published: Thu Mar 16 2000(Updated: )
Linux kreatecd trusts a user-supplied path that is used to find the cdrecord program, allowing local users to gain root privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Halloween Linux | =4.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.2 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0231?
CVE-2000-0231 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow local users to gain root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0231?
To fix CVE-2000-0231, ensure that the kreatecd script is modified to use a secure method to find the cdrecord program.
Which versions of Linux are affected by CVE-2000-0231?
CVE-2000-0231 affects versions of Halloween Linux 4.0 and various versions of SUSE Linux from 6.0 to 6.3.
Can CVE-2000-0231 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2000-0231 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability and cannot be exploited remotely.
What impact does CVE-2000-0231 have on system security?
CVE-2000-0231 compromises system security by allowing unauthorized users to execute commands with root privileges.
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