CVE-2000-0307: Medium severity SCO Open Desktop vulnerability
Vulnerability in xserver in SCO UnixWare 2.1.x and OpenServer 5.05 and earlier allows an attacker to cause a denial of service which prevents access to reserved port numbers below 1024.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0307?
CVE-2000-0307 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
What versions are affected by CVE-2000-0307?
CVE-2000-0307 affects SCO UnixWare 2.1.x and OpenServer 5.05 and earlier versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0307?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0307, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of SCO UnixWare or OpenServer that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What type of attack does CVE-2000-0307 facilitate?
CVE-2000-0307 allows attackers to launch a denial of service attack affecting access to reserved port numbers below 1024.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2000-0307?
While the best approach is to apply the appropriate updates, network filtering can serve as a temporary workaround for mitigating the effects of CVE-2000-0307.