Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in imwheel allows local users to gain root privileges via the imwheel-solo script and a long HOME environmental variable.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Halloween | Halloween Linux | 4.0 |
| Redhat | Linux | 6.1 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-03/0168.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-016.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1060
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-03/0168.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-016.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1060
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0230?
CVE-2000-0230 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in imwheel allows local users to gain root privileges via the imwheel-solo script and a long HOME environmental variable.
How severe is CVE-2000-0230?
CVE-2000-0230 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-2000-0230?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Halloween Halloween Linux, Redhat Linux.