CVE-2000-0987: Buffer Overflow
Published Nov 29, 2000
·Updated
Buffer overflow in oidldapd in Oracle 8.1.6 allow local users to gain privileges via a long "connect" command line parameter.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Oracle Oracle8i=8.1.6
Oracle Internet Directory=2.0.6
Event History
Nov 29, 2000
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-2000-0987?
CVE-2000-0987 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2000-0987?
To fix CVE-2000-0987, you should upgrade to the latest version of Oracle 8i or Oracle Internet Directory that resolves this buffer overflow issue.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2000-0987?
Local users with access to the oidldapd in Oracle 8.1.6 and Oracle Internet Directory 2.0.6 are affected by CVE-2000-0987.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0987?
CVE-2000-0987 is a buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
What could an attacker achieve through CVE-2000-0987?
An attacker could gain elevated privileges on the system by exploiting the buffer overflow in CVE-2000-0987.