CVE-2000-0486: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue May 30 2000(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in Cisco TACACS+ tac_plus server allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a malformed packet with a long length field.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco IOS | ||
| Cisco TACACS+ | =f4.0.2alpha | |
| Cisco TACACS+ | =f4.0.3alpha | |
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| =f4.0.2alpha | ||
| =f4.0.3alpha |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0486?
CVE-2000-0486 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0486?
To remedy CVE-2000-0486, update to the latest patched version of Cisco TACACS+ or IOS.
Who is affected by CVE-2000-0486?
CVE-2000-0486 primarily affects users of Cisco TACACS+ versions f4.0.2alpha and f4.0.3alpha, as well as certain versions of Cisco IOS.
What is the exploit behavior of CVE-2000-0486?
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to exploit a buffer overflow, potentially causing a denial of service by sending malformed packets.
Can CVE-2000-0486 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2000-0486 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to send specially crafted packets to crash the TACACS+ server.
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