Vulnerability Description
Linux gpm program allows local users to cause a denial of service by flooding the /dev/gpmctl device with STREAM sockets.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Caldera | Openlinux | 2.3 |
| Caldera | Openlinux Eserver | 2.3 |
| Redhat | Linux | 6.0 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-07/0409.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-045.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1377ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=Pine.LNX.4.10.100
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5010
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-07/0409.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-045.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1377ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=Pine.LNX.4.10.100
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5010
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0531?
CVE-2000-0531 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Linux gpm program allows local users to cause a denial of service by flooding the /dev/gpmctl device with STREAM sockets.
How severe is CVE-2000-0531?
CVE-2000-0531 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0531?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Caldera Openlinux, Caldera Openlinux Eserver, Redhat Linux.