Vulnerability Description
xlockmore and xlockf do not properly cleanse user-injected format strings, which allows local users to gain root privileges via the -d option.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| David Bagley | Xlock | 4.16 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-08/0212.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-08/0294.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/freebsd/2000-08/0340.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20000816PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1585ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=20000815231724.A1
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-08/0212.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-08/0294.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/freebsd/2000-08/0340.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20000816PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1585ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=20000815231724.A1
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0763?
CVE-2000-0763 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). xlockmore and xlockf do not properly cleanse user-injected format strings, which allows local users to gain root privileges via the -d option.
How severe is CVE-2000-0763?
CVE-2000-0763 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0763?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: David Bagley Xlock.