CVE-2000-0312
First published: Wed Feb 14 2001(Updated: )
cron in OpenBSD 2.5 allows local users to gain root privileges via an argv[] that is not NULL terminated, which is passed to cron's fake popen function.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenBSD | =2.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0312?
CVE-2000-0312 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to gain root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0312?
To fix CVE-2000-0312, it is recommended to update OpenBSD to a version later than 2.5 that has patched this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2000-0312?
CVE-2000-0312 specifically affects OpenBSD version 2.5.
Who is impacted by CVE-2000-0312?
Local users on systems running OpenBSD 2.5 are impacted by CVE-2000-0312, as it allows them to escalate privileges.
What does CVE-2000-0312 exploit in the system?
CVE-2000-0312 exploits a failure in cron to properly handle non-NULL terminated argv[], leading to privilege escalation.
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