Vulnerability Description
The wrapper program in mailman 2.0beta3 and 2.0beta4 does not properly cleanse untrusted format strings, which allows local users to gain privileges.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Mailman | 2.0 |
| Conectiva | Linux | 4.1 |
| Redhat | Linux | All versions |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-07/0474.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-07/0479.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-030.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/73220PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1539PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=20000802105050.A1
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-07/0474.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-07/0479.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-030.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/73220PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1539PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=20000802105050.A1
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0701?
CVE-2000-0701 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). The wrapper program in mailman 2.0beta3 and 2.0beta4 does not properly cleanse untrusted format strings, which allows local users to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2000-0701?
CVE-2000-0701 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-2000-0701?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Mailman, Conectiva Linux, Redhat Linux.