Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in Half Life dedicated server build 3104 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by injecting format strings into the changelevel command, via the system console or rcon.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Valve Software | Half-Life Dedicated Server | 3.1.3 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0254.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0409.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/6983
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/141060
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5413
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0254.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0409.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/6983
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/141060
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5413
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0969?
CVE-2000-0969 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in Half Life dedicated server build 3104 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by injecting format strings into the changelevel command, via the...
How severe is CVE-2000-0969?
CVE-2000-0969 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0969?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Valve Software Half-Life Dedicated Server.