Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in screen 3.9.5 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges via format characters in the vbell_msg initialization variable.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Juergen | Weigert Screen | 3.9.3 |
References
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-00:46.screen.asc
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-08/0530.html
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/updates/MDKSA-2000-044.php3
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/adv6_draht_screen_txt.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-058.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/80178
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1641ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5188
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-00:46.screen.asc
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-08/0530.html
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/updates/MDKSA-2000-044.php3
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/adv6_draht_screen_txt.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-058.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/80178
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1641ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0901?
CVE-2000-0901 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Format string vulnerability in screen 3.9.5 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges via format characters in the vbell_msg initialization variable.
How severe is CVE-2000-0901?
CVE-2000-0901 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-2000-0901?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Juergen Weigert Screen.