7.2
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2000-1189: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Jan 09 2001(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in pam_localuser PAM module in Red Hat Linux 7.x and 6.x allows attackers to gain privileges.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Red Hat Linux=6.1
Red Hat Linux=6.2
Red Hat Linux=6.0
Red Hat Linux=6.1
Red Hat Linux=6.0
Red Hat Linux=7.0
Red Hat Linux=6.2
Red Hat Linux=6.0
Red Hat Linux=6.1
Red Hat Linux=6.2
Red Hat Linux=7.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2000-1189?

    The severity of CVE-2000-1189 is considered high due to the potential for privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2000-1189?

    To fix CVE-2000-1189, update the pam_localuser PAM module to the latest patched version available for your Red Hat Linux system.

  • Which systems are affected by CVE-2000-1189?

    CVE-2000-1189 affects Red Hat Linux versions 6.0, 6.1, 6.2, and 7.0 on various architectures.

  • Can CVE-2000-1189 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2000-1189 requires local access, so exploitation cannot occur remotely.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2000-1189?

    The potential impacts of CVE-2000-1189 include unauthorized privilege escalation, which can lead to full system control.

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