Description
Format string vulnerability in ypbind-mt in SuSE SuSE-6.2, and possibly other Linux operating systems, allows an attacker to gain root privileges.
Products
- SuSE SuSE Linux 6.2
- SuSE SuSE Linux 6.3
- SuSE SuSE Linux 6.3 alpha
- SuSE SuSE Linux 6.4
- SuSE SuSE Linux 6.4 alpha
- SuSE SuSE Linux 7.0
- SuSE SuSE Linux 7.0 alpha
Questions to Ask Vendors
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2000-1044, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2000-1044 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