Vulnerability Description
dump in Red Hat Linux 6.2 trusts the pathname specified by the RSH environmental variable, which allows local users to obtain root privileges by modifying the RSH variable to point to a Trojan horse program.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Linux | 6.2 |
| Trustix | Secure Linux | 1.1 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0438.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1871ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5437
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0438.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1871ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5437
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-1009?
CVE-2000-1009 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). dump in Red Hat Linux 6.2 trusts the pathname specified by the RSH environmental variable, which allows local users to obtain root privileges by modifying the RSH variable to point to a Trojan horse p...
How severe is CVE-2000-1009?
CVE-2000-1009 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-2000-1009?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Linux, Trustix Secure Linux.