CVE-2000-0803: Critical severity GNU groff vulnerability
GNU Groff uses the current working directory to find a device description file, which allows a local user to gain additional privileges by including a malicious postpro directive in the description file, which is executed when another user runs groff.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0803?
CVE-2000-0803 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How does CVE-2000-0803 affect GNU Groff?
CVE-2000-0803 allows a local user to gain additional privileges by executing a malicious postpro directive in a device description file.
What versions of GNU Groff are affected by CVE-2000-0803?
CVE-2000-0803 affects GNU Groff versions prior to 1.17.
How can I mitigate CVE-2000-0803?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0803, ensure that only trusted users have access to the current working directory when executing GNU Groff.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2000-0803?
There is no specific patch for CVE-2000-0803, but upgrading to a version of GNU Groff later than 1.17 resolves the issue.