CVE-2000-0967
First published: Tue Dec 19 2000(Updated: )
PHP 3 and 4 do not properly cleanse user-injected format strings, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by triggering error messages that are improperly written to the error logs.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PHP | =3.0 | |
| PHP | =4.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1786
- http://www.atstake.com/research/advisories/2000/a101200-1.txt
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/MDKSA-2000-062.php3?dis=7.1
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2000-037.0.txt
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-088.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-095.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0204.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5359
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0967?
CVE-2000-0967 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0967?
To fix CVE-2000-0967, upgrade to a more secure version of PHP, preferably PHP 5 or later.
What impact does CVE-2000-0967 have on my system?
CVE-2000-0967 can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on your server by exploiting improper input handling.
Which versions of PHP are affected by CVE-2000-0967?
CVE-2000-0967 affects PHP versions 3.x and 4.x.
Can I mitigate CVE-2000-0967 without upgrading PHP?
While the best solution is to upgrade PHP, you can mitigate CVE-2000-0967 by implementing strict input validation and sanitization.
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