CVE-2000-0491: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed May 24 2000(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the XDMCP parsing code of GNOME gdm, KDE kdm, and wdm allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands or cause a denial of service via a long FORWARD_QUERY request.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE GDM | =1.0 | |
| SCO OpenLinux Server | ||
| SUSE Linux | =6.2 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-05/0241.html
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/suse_security_announce_49.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-06/0025.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1233
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1279
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1370
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0491?
CVE-2000-0491 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote command execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0491?
To fix CVE-2000-0491, update the affected software packages to their latest versions that contain the patched XDMCP parsing code.
Which software is affected by CVE-2000-0491?
CVE-2000-0491 affects GNOME gdm 1.0, SUSE Linux versions 6.2 and 6.4, as well as SCO OpenLinux Server.
Can CVE-2000-0491 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2000-0491 can be exploited remotely through a long FORWARD_QUERY request to the vulnerable software.
What are the consequences of CVE-2000-0491 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2000-0491 can lead to arbitrary command execution or a denial of service on the affected systems.
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