Vulnerability Description
pam_console PAM module in Linux systems allows a user to access the system console and reboot the system when a display manager such as gdm or kdm has XDMCP enabled.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Michael K. Johnson | Pam Console | 0.66 |
| Conectiva | Linux | 4.0 |
| Redhat | Linux | 6.0 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-07/0398.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-07/0455.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-044.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1513ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5001
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-07/0398.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-07/0455.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-044.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1513ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5001
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0668?
CVE-2000-0668 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). pam_console PAM module in Linux systems allows a user to access the system console and reboot the system when a display manager such as gdm or kdm has XDMCP enabled.
How severe is CVE-2000-0668?
CVE-2000-0668 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0668?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Michael K. Johnson Pam Console, Conectiva Linux, Redhat Linux.