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CVE-2000-0890

First published: Fri Feb 16 2001(Updated: )

periodic in FreeBSD 4.1.1 and earlier, and possibly other operating systems, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
FreeBSD Kernel=6.2-stable

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2000-0890?

    CVE-2000-0890 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for local file overwrites.

  • How do I fix CVE-2000-0890?

    To fix CVE-2000-0890, it is recommended to update to a patched version of FreeBSD that addresses the symlink vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2000-0890?

    CVE-2000-0890 affects local users of FreeBSD 4.1.1 and earlier, as well as possibly other operating systems.

  • What does CVE-2000-0890 exploit?

    CVE-2000-0890 exploits symlink vulnerabilities that allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files.

  • Is CVE-2000-0890 still a concern in newer versions of FreeBSD?

    No, CVE-2000-0890 has been addressed in later versions of FreeBSD, so upgrading is crucial for security.

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