CVE-2000-0017: Buffer overflow in Linux linuxconf package allows remote attackers to gain root privileges via a long parameter.
Summary
Buffer overflow in Linux linuxconf package allows remote attackers to gain root privileges via a long parameter.
Severity
UNKNOWN
Source Attribution
Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:52.387Z · Confidence: high
Impact
Based on CVSS vector: n/a — assess confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact via the official vector documentation.
Affected Software
Fix
Upgrade affected software to the fixed version identified above. Apply vendor patches and monitor advisories before exposed systems go unpatched.