CVE-2000-0797: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 20, 2000
·Updated
Buffer overflow in grosview in IRIX 6.2 and 6.3 allows local users to gain privileges via a long -D option.
Affected Software
2 affected components
SGI IRIX=6.2
SGI IRIX=6.3
Event History
Oct 20, 2000
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Sep 1, 2004
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-2000-0797?
CVE-2000-0797 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local users to gain elevated privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2000-0797?
To fix CVE-2000-0797, update to a secured version of IRIX that is not vulnerable, ideally version 6.4 or later.
3
Which versions of IRIX are affected by CVE-2000-0797?
CVE-2000-0797 affects IRIX versions 6.2 and 6.3.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2000-0797?
Local users on systems running IRIX 6.2 and 6.3 are affected by CVE-2000-0797.
5
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2000-0797?
CVE-2000-0797 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited via a long -D option.