CVE Catalog

CVE-2000-0867

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The kernel logging daemon (klogd) in Linux does not properly cleanse user-injected format strings, allowing local users to gain root privileges by triggering malformed kernel messages.

Risk Assessment

Local users can exploit this vulnerability to gain full administrative privileges, posing a serious security threat to the system.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the system and apply appropriate security patches to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Kernel logging daemon (klogd) in Linux does not properly cleanse user-injected format strings, which allows local users to gain root privileges by triggering malformed kernel messages.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS