Vulnerability Description
GNU userv 1.0.0 and earlier does not properly perform file descriptor swapping, which can corrupt the USERV_GROUPS and USERV_GIDS environmental variables and allow local users to bypass some access restrictions.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Userv | 1.0.0 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-07/0389.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=96473640717095&w=2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20000727Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1516Vendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-07/0389.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=96473640717095&w=2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20000727Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1516Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0786?
CVE-2000-0786 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). GNU userv 1.0.0 and earlier does not properly perform file descriptor swapping, which can corrupt the USERV_GROUPS and USERV_GIDS environmental variables and allow local users to bypass some access re...
How severe is CVE-2000-0786?
CVE-2000-0786 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-2000-0786?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Userv.