Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in startprinting() function of printjob.c in BSD-based lpr lpd package may allow local users to gain privileges via an improper syslog call that uses format strings from the checkremote() call.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Immunix | Immunix | 6.2 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 1.4 |
| Openbsd | Openbsd | 2.7 |
| Redhat | Linux | 7.0 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=96994604300675&w=2
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/137555
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/5286.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-066.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1711
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=96994604300675&w=2
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/137555
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/5286.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2000-066.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1711
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-1208?
CVE-2000-1208 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in startprinting() function of printjob.c in BSD-based lpr lpd package may allow local users to gain privileges via an improper syslog call that uses format strings from th...
How severe is CVE-2000-1208?
CVE-2000-1208 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-2000-1208?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Immunix Immunix, Netbsd Netbsd, Openbsd Openbsd, Redhat Linux.