CVE-2000-0816: Low severity redhat Linux vulnerability

Published Oct 6, 2000
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Updated

Linux tmpwatch --fuser option allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by creating files whose names contain shell metacharacters.

Affected Software

4 affected components
redhat Linux=7.0
redhat Linux=6.2
redhat Linux=6.2
redhat Linux=6.2

Event History

Oct 6, 2000
CVE Published
04:00 AM
May 7, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0816?

CVE-2000-0816 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary commands.

2

How do I fix CVE-2000-0816?

To fix CVE-2000-0816, users should upgrade to a patched version of tmpwatch provided by their Linux distribution.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2000-0816?

CVE-2000-0816 affects local users on Red Hat Linux versions 6.2 and 7.0.

4

What are the exploit conditions for CVE-2000-0816?

An attacker must have local access to the system to exploit CVE-2000-0816 by creating files with shell metacharacters.

5

What impact does CVE-2000-0816 have on system security?

CVE-2000-0816 can lead to arbitrary command execution, thereby compromising the integrity and security of the affected system.

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