CVE-2000-0389
CVSS 2.0 Score 10 of 10 (high)
Details
Published May 16, 2000
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
Summary
CVE-2000-0389 is a significant buffer overflow vulnerability affecting both Kerberos 4 and 5. This issue lies in the krb_rd_req function, which allows remote attackers to exploit the buffer and ultimately gain root privileges. Successful exploitation can lead to complete system compromise. The vulnerability poses a serious threat, particularly in environments where Kerberos is used for authentication. It is crucial that affected systems are promptly patched to mitigate this risk.
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Affected Products
- Mit Kerberos 5
- MIT Kerberos
Affected Vendors
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology