CVE-2000-0546: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Jun 09 2000(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in Kerberos 4 KDC program allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via the lastrealm variable in the set_tgtkey function.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cygnus Network Security | ||
| kerbnet | ||
| MIT Kerberos 5 | <4.0 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 | =4.0 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 | =4.0-patch10 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 | >=1.0<=1.0.7 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 | =1.1 | |
| MIT Kerberos 5 | =1.1.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0546?
CVE-2000-0546 is categorized as a denial of service vulnerability which can be exploited remotely.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0546?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0546, it is recommended to upgrade to a non-vulnerable version of the affected Kerberos software.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2000-0546?
CVE-2000-0546 affects multiple versions of Kerberos 4, as well as several versions from the MIT Kerberos 5 suite.
What type of attack does CVE-2000-0546 facilitate?
CVE-2000-0546 facilitates a remote denial of service attack against the Kerberos KDC program.
Is CVE-2000-0546 still a threat today?
CVE-2000-0546 remains a threat for systems still running affected versions of the Kerberos software without remediation.
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