CVE-2000-0606
UnknownEPSS 0.56%
Last modified
CVE-2000-0606 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in kon program in Kanji on Console (KON) package on Linux may allow local users to gain root privileges via a long -StartupMessage parameter.. EPSS estimates a 0.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in kon program in Kanji on Console (KON) package on Linux may allow local users to gain root privileges via a long -StartupMessage parameter.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.1 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.2 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.3 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 6.1 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 7.0 |
| Mandrakesoft | Mandrake Linux | 7.1 |
| Redhat | Linux | 5.0 |
| Redhat | Linux | 5.1 |
| Redhat | Linux | 5.2 |
| Redhat | Linux | 6.1 |
| Redhat | Linux | 6.2 |
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Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2000-0606?
Buffer overflow in kon program in Kanji on Console (KON) package on Linux may allow local users to gain root privileges via a long -StartupMessage parameter.
How severe is CVE-2000-0606?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0606 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0606?
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-2000-0606?
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