PT-2000-1952 · Mandrake · Mandrake Linux

Published 2000-12-11 · Updated 2017-10-10 · CVE-2000-1043

Positive Technologies (AI Summary)

CVSS v2.0

10

High

Base vector

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Mandrake Linux versions 7.1 and earlier

Description A format string issue in ypserv allows an attacker to gain root privileges when ypserv is built without a vsyslog() function. This could potentially lead to elevated access and control over the system.

Recommendations For Mandrake Linux versions 7.1 and earlier, consider rebuilding ypserv with a vsyslog() function to prevent exploitation of this issue. As a temporary workaround, restrict access to ypserv to minimize the risk of exploitation. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.

Related Identifiers

CVE-2000-1043

Affected Products

Mandrake Linux

References · 3

• http://linux-mandrake.com/en/security/MDKSA-2000-064.php3?dis=7.1 · Vendor Advisory
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2000-1043 · Security Note
• https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5731 · Note