CVE-2000-0186

Summary

CVE-2000-0186 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the dump utility in the Linux ext2fs backup package. By supplying excessively long command line arguments, local users can manipulate the utility's buffer and potentially gain elevated privileges, posing a significant security risk. This issue allows attackers to potentially escalate their access, leading to potential data theft or system compromise. This vulnerability does not require advanced techniques or access to sensitive information, making it a critical concern for Linux systems with the ext2fs backup package installed. Users are advised to upgrade to a patched version of the utility as soon as possible to mitigate the risk of this issue.

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