CVE-2000-0847: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Nov 14 2000(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in University of Washington c-client library (used by pine and other programs) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a long X-Keywords header.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington c-client | =4.7c | |
| University of Washington PINE | =4.21 | |
| University of Washington PINE | =4.20 | |
| University of Washington c-client | =4.7b |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1646
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-08/0437.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-08/0425.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/freebsd/2000-09/0108.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1687
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5223
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0847?
CVE-2000-0847 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0847?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0847, update the University of Washington c-client library and affected programs to versions that have addressed this vulnerability.
Which software is affected by CVE-2000-0847?
CVE-2000-0847 affects University of Washington's c-client library and the Pine email client versions 4.20, 4.21, and specific versions of IMAP.
What kind of attack does CVE-2000-0847 enable?
CVE-2000-0847 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands through a buffer overflow when a specially crafted X-Keywords header is sent.
When was CVE-2000-0847 reported?
CVE-2000-0847 was reported in the year 2000, during a time when buffer overflow vulnerabilities were commonly exploited.
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