What is the severity of CVE-2000-0361?

The severity of CVE-2000-0361 is considered low, mainly affecting local attackers.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0361?

To fix CVE-2000-0361, you should ensure that the .config file created by wvdial has proper permissions set to restrict access.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0361?

CVE-2000-0361 is a local information disclosure vulnerability due to improper file permissions.

Who is affected by CVE-2000-0361?

Users in the dialout group can be affected by CVE-2000-0361 if they have access to the world-readable .config file.

What software versions are vulnerable to CVE-2000-0361?

Wvdial versions 1.4 and earlier are vulnerable to CVE-2000-0361.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2000-0361

low

2.1

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

14/12/1999

12/7/2000

20/11/2024

CVE-2000-0361

First published: Tue Dec 14 1999(Updated: )

The PPP wvdial.lxdialog script in wvdial 1.4 and earlier creates a .config file with world readable permissions, which allows a local attacker in the dialout group to access login and password information.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0361?
The severity of CVE-2000-0361 is considered low, mainly affecting local attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0361?
To fix CVE-2000-0361, you should ensure that the .config file created by wvdial has proper permissions set to restrict access.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0361?
CVE-2000-0361 is a local information disclosure vulnerability due to improper file permissions.
Who is affected by CVE-2000-0361?
Users in the dialout group can be affected by CVE-2000-0361 if they have access to the world-readable .config file.
What software versions are vulnerable to CVE-2000-0361?
Wvdial versions 1.4 and earlier are vulnerable to CVE-2000-0361.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0361?
The severity of CVE-2000-0361 is considered low, mainly affecting local attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0361?
To fix CVE-2000-0361, you should ensure that the .config file created by wvdial has proper permissions set to restrict access.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0361?
CVE-2000-0361 is a local information disclosure vulnerability due to improper file permissions.
Who is affected by CVE-2000-0361?
Users in the dialout group can be affected by CVE-2000-0361 if they have access to the world-readable .config file.
What software versions are vulnerable to CVE-2000-0361?
Wvdial versions 1.4 and earlier are vulnerable to CVE-2000-0361.