Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in logging function of ypbind 3.3, while running in debug mode, leaks file descriptors and allows an attacker to cause a denial of service.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.2 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0356.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0429.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/linux/suse/2000-q4/0262.html
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2000-039.0.txt
- http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20001014
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/MDKSA-2000-064.php3?dis=7.1
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-086.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1820PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5394
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0356.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0429.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/linux/suse/2000-q4/0262.html
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2000-039.0.txt
- http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20001014
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/MDKSA-2000-064.php3?dis=7.1
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-1040?
CVE-2000-1040 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in logging function of ypbind 3.3, while running in debug mode, leaks file descriptors and allows an attacker to cause a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2000-1040?
CVE-2000-1040 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-2000-1040?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Suse Suse Linux.