CVE-2000-0461
UnknownEPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2000-0461 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The undocumented semconfig system call in BSD freezes the state of semaphores, which allows local users to cause a denial of service of the semaphore system by using the semconfig call.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The undocumented semconfig system call in BSD freezes the state of semaphores, which allows local users to cause a denial of service of the semaphore system by using the semconfig call.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 1.1.5.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.0.5 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.1.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.1.5 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.1.6 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.1.6.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.1.7.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2.2 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2.3 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2.4 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2.5 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2.6 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2.8 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.2 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.3 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.4 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 5.0 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 1.4.1 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 1.4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2000-0461?
The undocumented semconfig system call in BSD freezes the state of semaphores, which allows local users to cause a denial of service of the semaphore system by using the semconfig call.
How severe is CVE-2000-0461?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0461 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0461?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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