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CVE-2000-1071

10.0 · HIGH

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.

Published Dec 11, 2000netscapeEPSS 3.00%

Overview

CVE-2000-1071 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting netscape iplanet_ical. It was published on December 11, 2000 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

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.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from netscape. Update iplanet_ical to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-1071?

CVE-2000-1071 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting netscape iplanet_ical. It was published on December 11, 2000 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2000-1071?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2000-1071?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from netscape. Update iplanet_ical to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2000-1071?

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