CVE-2000-1012
UnknownEPSS 0.35%
Last modified
CVE-2000-1012 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The catopen function in FreeBSD 5.0 and earlier, and possibly other OSes, allows local users to read arbitrary files via the LANG environmental variable.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The catopen function in FreeBSD 5.0 and earlier, and possibly other OSes, allows local users to read arbitrary files via the LANG environmental variable.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.2 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.3 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.4 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.5 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.5.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.1.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 4.2 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 5.0 |
References
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-00:53.catopen.ascPatch, Vendor Advisory
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-00:53.catopen.ascPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2000-1012?
The catopen function in FreeBSD 5.0 and earlier, and possibly other OSes, allows local users to read arbitrary files via the LANG environmental variable.
How severe is CVE-2000-1012?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-1012 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-1012?
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-2000-1012?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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