CVE-2000-0172 — HIGH (7.2) — White Hats Nepal

Vulnerability Description

The mtr program only uses a seteuid call when attempting to drop privileges, which could allow local users to gain root privileges.

CVSS Score

7.2

HIGH

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

Confidentiality

COMPLETE

Integrity

COMPLETE

Availability

COMPLETE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Matt Kimball And Roger Wolff	Mtr	0.28
Turbolinux	Turbolinux	3.5b2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1038
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1038

FAQ

What is CVE-2000-0172?

CVE-2000-0172 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The mtr program only uses a seteuid call when attempting to drop privileges, which could allow local users to gain root privileges.

How severe is CVE-2000-0172?

CVE-2000-0172 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0172?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Matt Kimball And Roger Wolff Mtr, Turbolinux Turbolinux.