CVE-2000-1120: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 9, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in digest command in IBM AIX 4.3.x and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary commands.
Affected Software
6 affected components
IBM AIX=4.3.2
IBM AIX=4.3
IBM AIX=4.2.1
IBM AIX=4.2
IBM AIX=4.3.3
IBM AIX=4.3.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jan 9, 2001
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Jan 22, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2000-1120?
CVE-2000-1120 is considered high severity due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary commands.
2
How do I fix CVE-2000-1120?
To fix CVE-2000-1120, upgrade your IBM AIX version to a patched version that addresses this buffer overflow vulnerability.
3
Which versions of IBM AIX are affected by CVE-2000-1120?
CVE-2000-1120 affects IBM AIX versions 4.2, 4.2.1, 4.3, and all its incremental updates up to 4.3.3.
4
Who can exploit the CVE-2000-1120 vulnerability?
CVE-2000-1120 can be exploited by local users with access to the affected systems.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-1120?
CVE-2000-1120 is a buffer overflow vulnerability within the digest command in IBM AIX.