CVE-2000-0491
UnknownEPSS 17.78%
Last modified
CVE-2000-0491 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the XDMCP parsing code of GNOME gdm, KDE kdm, and wdm allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands or cause a denial of service via a long FORWARD_QUERY request.. EPSS estimates a 17.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in the XDMCP parsing code of GNOME gdm, KDE kdm, and wdm allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands or cause a denial of service via a long FORWARD_QUERY request.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnome | Gdm | 1.0 |
| Caldera | Openlinux | All versions |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.2 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.4 |
References
- ftp://ftp.calderasystems.com/pub/OpenLinux/security/CSSA-2000-013.0.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
- ftp://ftp.calderasystems.com/pub/OpenLinux/security/CSSA-2000-013.0.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2000-0491?
Buffer overflow in the XDMCP parsing code of GNOME gdm, KDE kdm, and wdm allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands or cause a denial of service via a long FORWARD_QUERY request.
How severe is CVE-2000-0491?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0491 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 17.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0491?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2000-0491?
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