CVE-2000-0219

Summary

CVE-2000-0219 is a vulnerability affecting Red Hat 6.0 that enables local users to bypass the authentication process and gain root access. By interrupting the password prompt with the ^C key while booting in single user mode, attackers can directly log in as the root user without providing a valid password. This flaw poses a significant risk as root access grants full control over the system, allowing potential attackers to install malware, modify files, or even take over the entire network. It is essential for Red Hat 6.0 users to apply the available patch or upgrade to a more secure version to mitigate this vulnerability.

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