CVE-2000-0340
CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)
Details
Summary
CVE-2000-0340 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting Gnomelib in SuSE Linux 6.3.Maliciously crafted DISPLAY environmental variables can be exploited by local users to execute arbitrary commands, posing a significant security risk.Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could result in unauthorized command execution, potentially leading to data theft or system compromise.It's important for SuSE Linux 6.3 users to apply the available patch as soon as possible to mitigate this risk.This vulnerability underscores the importance of keeping all software components up-to-date and securing against potential buffer overflow attacks.
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Affected Products
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
Affected Vendors
- SUSE Linux GmbH