CVE-2000-0999: Critical severity OpenBSD OpenSSH vulnerability
Published Nov 29, 2000
·Updated
Format string vulnerabilities in OpenBSD ssh program (and possibly other BSD-based operating systems) allow attackers to gain root privileges.
Affected Software
1 affected component
OpenBSD OpenSSH=4.5
Remediation
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-2000-0999?
CVE-2000-0999 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for attackers to gain root privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2000-0999?
To fix CVE-2000-0999, update OpenSSH to a version that does not have this vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2000-0999?
CVE-2000-0999 primarily affects OpenBSD and its implementation of OpenSSH, specifically version 4.5.
4
Can CVE-2000-0999 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2000-0999 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to potentially compromise systems over a network.
5
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2000-0999?
The potential impacts of CVE-2000-0999 include unauthorized root access to the system, leading to complete system control.