Vulnerability Description
OpenSSH does not properly drop privileges when the UseLogin option is enabled, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by providing the command to the ssh daemon.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openssh | 1.2 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-06/0065.html
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata.html#uselogin
- http://www.osvdb.org/341
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1334
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/4646
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-06/0065.html
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata.html#uselogin
- http://www.osvdb.org/341
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1334
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/4646
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0525?
CVE-2000-0525 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). OpenSSH does not properly drop privileges when the UseLogin option is enabled, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by providing the command to the ssh daemon.
How severe is CVE-2000-0525?
CVE-2000-0525 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0525?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openbsd Openssh.