CVE-2000-0620
First published: Mon Jun 19 2000(Updated: )
libX11 X library allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a resource mask of 0, which causes libX11 to go into an infinite loop.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| open group X | =11.0r6 | |
| open group X | =11.0r6.1 | |
| open group X | =11.0r6.2 | |
| open group X | =11.0r6.3 | |
| open group X | =11.0r6.4 | |
| XFree86 X Server | =3.3.3 | |
| XFree86 X Server | =3.3.4 | |
| XFree86 X Server | =3.3.5 | |
| XFree86 X Server | =3.3.6 | |
| XFree86 X Server | =4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0620?
CVE-2000-0620 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0620?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0620, update to a version of the libX11 library that addresses this vulnerability.
What versions are affected by CVE-2000-0620?
CVE-2000-0620 affects multiple versions of the Open Group X and XFree86 X Server libraries.
Can CVE-2000-0620 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2000-0620 can be exploited by remote attackers due to its nature as a remote denial of service vulnerability.
What symptoms indicate an exploitation of CVE-2000-0620?
Exploitation of CVE-2000-0620 can result in the application entering an infinite loop, causing a denial of service.
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