Description
Format string vulnerability in ypserv in Mandrake Linux 7.1 and earlier, and possibly other Linux operating systems, allows an attacker to gain root privileges when ypserv is built without a vsyslog() function.
Products
- MandrakeSoft Mandrake Linux 6.1
- MandrakeSoft Mandrake Linux 7.0
- MandrakeSoft Mandrake Linux 7.1
Questions to Ask Vendors
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2000-1043, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2000-1043 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions
- Check out the advisory links provided below.
References