Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the HTML parser for Netscape 4.75 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a long password value in a form field.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netscape | Communicator | <= 4.75 |
| Netscape | Navigator | <= 4.75 |
References
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-00:66.netscape.ascPatchVendor Advisory
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000344
- http://lists.suse.com/archives/suse-security-announce/2000-Nov/0005.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=97500270012529&w=2
- http://www.osvdb.org/7207
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-109.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5542
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-00:66.netscape.ascPatchVendor Advisory
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000344
- http://lists.suse.com/archives/suse-security-announce/2000-Nov/0005.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=97500270012529&w=2
- http://www.osvdb.org/7207
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-109.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5542
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-1187?
CVE-2000-1187 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in the HTML parser for Netscape 4.75 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a long password value in a form field.
How severe is CVE-2000-1187?
CVE-2000-1187 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-1187?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netscape Communicator, Netscape Navigator.