CVE-2000-0438: Buffer Overflow
Buffer overflow in fdmount on Linux systems allows local users in the "floppy" group to execute arbitrary commands via a long mountpoint parameter.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
fdmountfrom your environment.If fdmount is not required, uninstall or remove the fdmount binary from affected systems to eliminate the vulnerable component.
- Compensating control
Remove non‑trusted users from the 'floppy' group or otherwise restrict membership to trusted administrators to prevent local users from exercising the vulnerability.
- Operational
Audit systems for signs of exploitation (review logs, check accounts in the 'floppy' group, look for unexpected processes or file changes). If compromise is suspected, follow incident‑response procedures to contain and remediate affected hosts.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0438?
CVE-2000-0438 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary commands.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0438?
To fix CVE-2000-0438, patch your system or upgrade to a fixed version of the affected software.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2000-0438?
CVE-2000-0438 affects various versions of SUSE Linux, Slackware Linux, and SCO OpenLinux.
What is the cause of CVE-2000-0438?
CVE-2000-0438 is caused by a buffer overflow in the fdmount utility that improperly handles long mountpoint parameters.
Who can exploit CVE-2000-0438?
CVE-2000-0438 can be exploited by local users who are members of the 'floppy' group on the affected systems.