CVE-2000-0218

Summary

CVE-2000-0218 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting Linux's mount and umount utilities. This issue arises when handling long relative pathnames, leading to an overflow in a buffer. Successful exploitation grants local users root privileges, posing a serious security risk. It is essential for Linux administrators to apply the available patch as soon as possible to mitigate this vulnerability.

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