CVE-2000-0993
First published: Tue Dec 19 2000(Updated: )
Format string vulnerability in pw_error function in BSD libutil library allows local users to gain root privileges via a malformed password in commands such as chpass or passwd.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| NetBSD NetBSD | =1.4.2 | |
| OpenBSD | =2.7 | |
| OpenBSD | =2.4 | |
| FreeBSD FreeBSD | =3.2 | |
| FreeBSD FreeBSD | =3.3 | |
| FreeBSD FreeBSD | =4.0 | |
| FreeBSD FreeBSD | =3.4 | |
| FreeBSD FreeBSD | =3.5 | |
| NetBSD NetBSD | =1.4 | |
| OpenBSD | =2.6 | |
| NetBSD NetBSD | =1.4.1 | |
| OpenBSD | =2.5 | |
| OpenBSD | =2.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0993?
CVE-2000-0993 is considered to have a high severity level due to its potential to allow local users to gain root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0993?
To fix CVE-2000-0993, upgrade the affected BSD operating systems to their latest versions that contain the security patches.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2000-0993?
CVE-2000-0993 affects multiple versions of NetBSD, OpenBSD, and FreeBSD, particularly around their passwd functionalities.
What is the impact of CVE-2000-0993?
The impact of CVE-2000-0993 is that local users can leverage the format string vulnerability to execute arbitrary code with root privileges.
Is CVE-2000-0993 an exploit that requires remote access?
No, CVE-2000-0993 is a local vulnerability, meaning it requires an attacker to have local access to the affected system.
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