CVE-2000-0017

Summary

CVE-2000-0017 is a significant vulnerability affecting the Linux linuxconf package. This issue involves a buffer overflow, which allows remote attackers to manipulate parameter data and exceed the intended buffer limit. By supplying long parameters, attackers can corrupt memory and potentially gain root privileges, compromising the entire system. This vulnerability poses a serious risk for Linux users and requires immediate patching to prevent potential exploitation.

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