CVE-2000-1180: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 9, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in cmctl program in Oracle 8.1.5 Connection Manager Control allows local users to gain privileges via a long command line argument.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Oracle Oracle8i=8.1.5
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jan 9, 2001
CVE Published
05:00 AM
May 7, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2000-1180?
CVE-2000-1180 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2000-1180?
To fix CVE-2000-1180, upgrade to a version of Oracle Database that is not affected, such as versions beyond 8.1.5.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2000-1180?
Users running Oracle 8.1.5 Connection Manager Control are affected by CVE-2000-1180.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-1180?
CVE-2000-1180 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited via a long command line argument.
5
Can remote users exploit CVE-2000-1180?
No, CVE-2000-1180 can only be exploited by local users with access to the command line.