CVE-2000-0796: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 20, 2000
·Updated
Buffer overflow in dmplay in IRIX 6.2 and 6.3 allows local users to gain root privileges via a long command line option.
Affected Software
2 affected components
SGI IRIX=6.2
SGI IRIX=6.3
Event History
Oct 20, 2000
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Mar 9, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0796?
CVE-2000-0796 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to gain root privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2000-0796?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0796, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of IRIX or apply any available security patches from SGI.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2000-0796?
CVE-2000-0796 affects local users of SGI IRIX versions 6.2 and 6.3.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0796?
CVE-2000-0796 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2000-0796 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2000-0796 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the affected system.