CVE-2000-1163
First published: Tue Jan 09 2001(Updated: )
ghostscript before 5.10-16 uses an empty LD_RUN_PATH environmental variable to find libraries in the current directory, which could allow local users to execute commands as other users by placing a Trojan horse library into a directory from which another user executes ghostscript.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Artifex Ghostscript | =5.10.15 | |
| Artifex Ghostscript | =5.10.10 | |
| Artifex Ghostscript | =4.3 | |
| Artifex Ghostscript | =5.50 | |
| Artifex Ghostscript | =5.10cl |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1991
- http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20001123
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2000-041.0.txt
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/MDKSA-2000-074.php3
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000343
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5564
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-1163?
CVE-2000-1163 has a low severity rating, as it primarily affects local users with access to a vulnerable system.
How do I fix CVE-2000-1163?
To fix CVE-2000-1163, update Ghostscript to a version that does not use an empty LD_RUN_PATH environmental variable.
Which versions of Ghostscript are affected by CVE-2000-1163?
CVE-2000-1163 affects Ghostscript versions 4.3, 5.10.10, 5.10.15, 5.10cl, and 5.50.
Can remote users exploit CVE-2000-1163?
No, CVE-2000-1163 cannot be exploited by remote users as it requires local access to the system.
What type of attack does CVE-2000-1163 enable?
CVE-2000-1163 enables local users to execute commands as other users by using Trojan horse libraries.
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- canonical/artifex ghostscript
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- version/artifex ghostscript/5.10.10
- version/artifex ghostscript/4.3
- version/artifex ghostscript/5.50
- version/artifex ghostscript/5.10cl