Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the name services daemon (nsd) in SGI IRIX 6.5.x through 6.5.21f, and possibly earlier versions, allows attackers to gain root privileges via the AUTH_UNIX gid list.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5 |
References
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20030704-01-PPatchVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105958240709302&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/9390
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/n-130.shtml
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/682900US Government Resource
- http://www.osvdb.org/2337
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8304Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/12763
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20030704-01-PPatchVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105958240709302&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/9390
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/n-130.shtml
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/682900US Government Resource
- http://www.osvdb.org/2337
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8304Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0575?
CVE-2003-0575 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in the name services daemon (nsd) in SGI IRIX 6.5.x through 6.5.21f, and possibly earlier versions, allows attackers to gain root privileges via the AUTH_UNIX gid list.
How severe is CVE-2003-0575?
CVE-2003-0575 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-2003-0575?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sgi Irix.