CVE-2000-0409
First published: Wed May 10 2000(Updated: )
Netscape 4.73 and earlier follows symlinks when it imports a new certificate, which allows local users to overwrite files of the user importing the certificate.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Netscape Communicator | =4.61 | |
| Netscape Communicator | =4.73 | |
| Netscape Communicator | =4.51 | |
| Netscape Communicator | =4.7 | |
| Netscape Communicator | =4.6 | |
| Netscape Communicator | =4.72 | |
| Netscape Communicator | =4.5 | |
| =4.5 | ||
| =4.6 | ||
| =4.7 | ||
| =4.51 | ||
| =4.61 | ||
| =4.72 | ||
| =4.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0409?
CVE-2000-0409 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized file overwriting.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0409?
To fix CVE-2000-0409, ensure that you upgrade to a later version of Netscape that does not have this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2000-0409?
CVE-2000-0409 affects local users of Netscape Communicator versions 4.73 and earlier.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2000-0409?
The risks associated with CVE-2000-0409 include unauthorized access to overwrite sensitive files by local users.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2000-0409?
A workaround for CVE-2000-0409 is to restrict local user access to the Netscape certificate import function until a fix is applied.
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