CVE-2000-0006

Summary

CVE-2000-0006 is a vulnerability affecting the strace utility, which allows local users to read arbitrary files. This issue arises due to strace's support for memory-mapped file names, enabling malicious users to gain unauthorized access to sensitive file data. By manipulating the memory-mapped file names, attackers can bypass file access restrictions and potentially obtain confidential information. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to system security and should be addressed promptly through appropriate updates or workarounds.

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