Description
rcvtty in BSD 3.0 and 4.0 does not properly drop privileges before executing a script, which allows local attackers to gain privileges by specifying an alternate Trojan horse script on the command line.
Products
- Bsdi Bsd Os 3.0
- Bsdi Bsd Os 3.1
- Bsdi Bsd Os 4.0.1
- Bsdi Bsd Os 4.0
Questions to Ask Vendors
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2000-1103, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2000-1103 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