CVE-2000-0389

Summary

CVE-2000-0389 is a critical vulnerability affecting both Kerberos 4 and 5. The issue lies in the krb_rd_req function where a buffer overflow occurs, enabling remote attackers to exploit this weakness and ultimately gain root privileges. This vulnerability poses a significant risk as root access grants an attacker almost limitless control over an affected system. It is crucial for affected organizations to apply patches or updates as soon as possible to protect against potential unauthorized access and malicious activities.

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