CVE-2000-0934: High severity redhat Linux vulnerability
Published Dec 19, 2000
·Updated
Glint in Red Hat Linux 5.2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and cause a denial of service via a symlink attack.
Affected Software
1 affected component
redhat Linux=5.2
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 19, 2000
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Jan 22, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0934?
The severity of CVE-2000-0934 is considered to be high due to the potential for file overwriting and denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2000-0934?
To fix CVE-2000-0934, you should upgrade to a later version of Red Hat Linux that is not affected by this vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2000-0934?
CVE-2000-0934 specifically affects Red Hat Linux version 5.2.
4
Can CVE-2000-0934 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2000-0934 cannot be exploited remotely; it requires local user access to exploit the symlink vulnerability.
5
What are the impact and consequences of CVE-2000-0934?
The impact of CVE-2000-0934 includes the ability for local users to overwrite arbitrary files and cause denial of service.