CVE-2000-0963
UnknownEPSS 0.68%
Last modified
CVE-2000-0963 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in ncurses library allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via long environmental information such as TERM or TERMINFO_DIRS.. EPSS estimates a 0.68% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in ncurses library allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via long environmental information such as TERM or TERMINFO_DIRS.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Immunix | Immunix | 6.2 |
| Immunix | Immunix | 7.0_beta |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.4 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.5.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.1.1 |
| Redhat | Linux | 6.2 |
| Redhat | Linux | 7.0 |
| Invisible-Island | Ncurses | < 5.6 |
References
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2000-036.0.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/138550Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1142Broken Link, Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44487VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.calderasystems.com/support/security/advisories/CSSA-2000-036.0.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/138550Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1142Broken Link, Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44487VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2000-0963?
Buffer overflow in ncurses library allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via long environmental information such as TERM or TERMINFO_DIRS.
How severe is CVE-2000-0963?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0963 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.68% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0963?
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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