Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in OpenBSD su program (and possibly other BSD-based operating systems) allows local attackers to gain root privileges via a malformed shell.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openbsd | All versions |
References
- ftp://ftp.openbsd.org/pub/OpenBSD/patches/2.7/common/028_format_strings.patchPatch
- http://www.osvdb.org/6124
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5636
- ftp://ftp.openbsd.org/pub/OpenBSD/patches/2.7/common/028_format_strings.patchPatch
- http://www.osvdb.org/6124
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5636
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0996?
CVE-2000-0996 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in OpenBSD su program (and possibly other BSD-based operating systems) allows local attackers to gain root privileges via a malformed shell.
How severe is CVE-2000-0996?
CVE-2000-0996 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-2000-0996?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openbsd Openbsd.