CVE-2000-0337

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Apr 24, 2000
Updated: Oct 30, 2018

Summary

CVE-2000-0337 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the Xsun X server in Solaris 7. By providing a long -dev parameter to a local user, an attacker can exploit this flaw and gain root privileges. This issue allows unauthorized escalation of access and could lead to serious security consequences if exploited successfully. The Xsun X server is a critical component of the Solaris operating system, making this vulnerability particularly dangerous. Local users should be cautious and avoid using long -dev parameters until a patch is applied to mitigate this risk.

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