CVE-2000-0545: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 12, 2000
·Updated
Buffer overflow in mailx mail command (aka Mail) on Linux systems allows local users to gain privileges via a long -c (carbon copy) parameter.
Affected Software
9 affected components
SGI Mailx=3
SGI Mailx=4
SGI Mailx=5
SGI Mailx=6.0.1
SGI Mailx=6.1
SGI Mailx=6.2
SGI Mailx=6.3
SGI Mailx=6.4
SGI Mailx=6.5
Event History
Jul 12, 2000
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0545?
CVE-2000-0545 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2000-0545?
To fix CVE-2000-0545, users should upgrade the mailx software to a safer version or apply relevant patches provided by the vendor.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2000-0545?
CVE-2000-0545 affects various versions of the mailx command on Linux systems, specifically versions 3, 4, 5, 6.0.1, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5.
4
Is CVE-2000-0545 exploitable remotely?
CVE-2000-0545 is not remotely exploitable as it requires local access to the system.
5
Who can be affected by CVE-2000-0545?
Local users on systems running vulnerable versions of mailx can be affected by CVE-2000-0545.