CVE-2000-1059
High
Description
The default configuration of the Xsession file in Mandrake Linux 7.1 and 7.0 bypasses the Xauthority access control mechanism with an "xhost + localhost" command, which allows local users to sniff X Windows events and gain privileges.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.2
Exploit probability—
ProductMandrakesoft Mandrake Linux
PublishedDec 11, 2000
First seenDec 11, 2000
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| mandrakesoft mandrake_linux | 7.0, 7.1 | — |
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