Vulnerability Description
gpm-root in the gpm package does not properly drop privileges, which allows local users to gain privileges by starting a utility from gpm-root.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Alessandro Rubini | Gpm | 1.18.1 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.0 |
| Redhat | Linux | 6.0 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 5.3 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-03/0242.html
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/suse_security_announce_45.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-009.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-045.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1069
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-03/0242.html
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/suse_security_announce_45.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-009.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-045.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1069
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0229?
CVE-2000-0229 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). gpm-root in the gpm package does not properly drop privileges, which allows local users to gain privileges by starting a utility from gpm-root.
How severe is CVE-2000-0229?
CVE-2000-0229 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-2000-0229?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Alessandro Rubini Gpm, Debian Debian Linux, Redhat Linux, Suse Suse Linux.