Vulnerability Description
read-passwd and other Lisp functions in Emacs 20 do not properly clear the history of recently typed keys, which allows an attacker to read unencrypted passwords.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Emacs | 20.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1125PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&date=2000-04-15&msg=t
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1125PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&date=2000-04-15&msg=t
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0271?
CVE-2000-0271 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). read-passwd and other Lisp functions in Emacs 20 do not properly clear the history of recently typed keys, which allows an attacker to read unencrypted passwords.
How severe is CVE-2000-0271?
CVE-2000-0271 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0271?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Emacs.