CVE-2000-0337

Summary

CVE-2000-0337 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the Xsun X server in Solaris 7. By providing a lengthy argument to the -dev parameter, local users can exploit this flaw and gain root privileges, compromising the system's security. This issue poses a significant risk, as it allows unauthorized access to critical system functions and data. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the Xsun X server to a version that patches the buffer overflow or implement access control measures to restrict the use of the -dev parameter.

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