CVE Catalog

CVE-2000-1071

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The GUI installation for iCal 2.1 Patch 2 disables access control for the X server using an 'xhost +' command, allowing remote attackers to monitor X Windows events and gain privileges.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can remotely monitor user activity and potentially gain access to sensitive data and system resources.

Recommendation

It is recommended to avoid using the 'xhost +' command and implement appropriate access control mechanisms for the X server.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The GUI installation for iCal 2.1 Patch 2 disables access control for the X server using an "xhost +" command, which allows remote attackers to monitor X Windows events and gain privileges.

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