CVE-2000-1125: High severity redhat linux vulnerability

Published Dec 19, 2000
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Updated

restore 0.4b15 and earlier in Red Hat Linux 6.2 trusts the pathname specified by the RSH environmental variable, which allows local users to obtain root privileges by modifying the RSH variable to point to a Trojan horse program.

Affected Software

2 affected components
redhat Linux=6.2
redhat Linux=6.2e

Event History

Dec 19, 2000
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-2000-1125?

CVE-2000-1125 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to gain root privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2000-1125?

To mitigate CVE-2000-1125, you should upgrade to a version of Red Hat Linux that does not utilize the vulnerable RSH environmental variable or apply the relevant security patches.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2000-1125?

CVE-2000-1125 affects Red Hat Linux version 6.2 and 6.2e.

4

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2000-1125?

CVE-2000-1125 can be exploited by a local user through manipulation of the RSH variable, potentially leading to execution of malicious code.

5

Is CVE-2000-1125 still a concern today?

Although CVE-2000-1125 was disclosed over two decades ago, it remains a concern for systems still running the affected versions of Red Hat Linux.

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