Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in OpenBSD fstat program (and possibly other BSD-based operating systems) allows local users to gain root privileges via the PWD environmental variable.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openbsd | 2.3 |
References
- ftp://ftp.openbsd.org/pub/OpenBSD/patches/2.7/common/028_format_strings.patchPatch
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=97068555106135&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1746ExploitVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5338
- ftp://ftp.openbsd.org/pub/OpenBSD/patches/2.7/common/028_format_strings.patchPatch
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=97068555106135&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1746ExploitVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5338
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0994?
CVE-2000-0994 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in OpenBSD fstat program (and possibly other BSD-based operating systems) allows local users to gain root privileges via the PWD environmental variable.
How severe is CVE-2000-0994?
CVE-2000-0994 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-2000-0994?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openbsd Openbsd.