CVE-2003-0252: Critical severity linux-nfs nfs-utils vulnerability
Off-by-one error in the xlog function of mountd in the Linux NFS utils package (nfs-utils) before 1.0.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via certain RPC requests to mountd that do not contain newlines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0252?
CVE-2003-0252 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0252?
To fix CVE-2003-0252, upgrade the NFS utilities package to version 1.0.4 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2003-0252?
CVE-2003-0252 affects various versions of the NFS utilities, specifically versions prior to 1.0.4.
What type of attack does CVE-2003-0252 enable?
CVE-2003-0252 enables remote attackers to cause a denial of service or potentially execute arbitrary code.
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2003-0252?
The vulnerability in CVE-2003-0252 is caused by an off-by-one error in the xlog function of mountd.