Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerabilities in eeprom program in OpenBSD, NetBSD, and possibly other operating systems allows local attackers to gain root privileges.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 1.4 |
| Openbsd | Openbsd | 2.3 |
References
- ftp://ftp.openbsd.org/pub/OpenBSD/patches/2.7/common/028_format_strings.patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1752PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5337
- ftp://ftp.openbsd.org/pub/OpenBSD/patches/2.7/common/028_format_strings.patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1752PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5337
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0997?
CVE-2000-0997 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Format string vulnerabilities in eeprom program in OpenBSD, NetBSD, and possibly other operating systems allows local attackers to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2000-0997?
CVE-2000-0997 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-2000-0997?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netbsd Netbsd, Openbsd Openbsd.