VDB-15032 · CVE-2000-0366 · BID 1442

Debian Linux 2.1 dump symlink

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability labeled as problematic has been found in Debian Linux 2.1. The affected element is an unknown function of the file dump. Such manipulation leads to symlink. This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2000-0366. No exploit exists. The affected component should be upgraded.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in Debian Linux 2.1 (Operating System). Affected by this issue is an unknown part of the file dump. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a symlink vulnerability. Using CWE to declare the problem leads to CWE-61. The product, when opening a file or directory, does not sufficiently account for when the file is a symbolic link that resolves to a target outside of the intended control sphere. This could allow an attacker to cause the product to operate on unauthorized files. Impacted is integrity. CVE summarizes:

dump in Debian GNU/Linux 2.1 does not properly restore symlinks, which allows a local user to modify the ownership of arbitrary files.

The weakness was disclosed 12/02/1999 with Debian (Website). The advisory is shared for download at debian.org. This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2000-0366. The exploitation is known to be easy. The attack needs to be approached locally. No form of authentication is required for exploitation. There are known technical details, but no exploit is available.

Upgrading eliminates this vulnerability.

The vulnerability is also documented in the vulnerability database at SecurityFocus (BID 1442†). VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

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VulDB Meta Temp Score: 3.8

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Exploitinginfo

Class: Symlink
CWE: CWE-61 / CWE-59
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Physical: Partially
Local: Yes
Remote: No

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Countermeasuresinfo

Recommended: Upgrade
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Timelineinfo

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06/22/2014 +5316 days 🔍
04/19/2026 +4319 days 🔍

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: debian.org

Advisory: debian.org
Organization: Debian
Status: Confirmed

CVE: CVE-2000-0366 (🔍)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2000-0366
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-15032
SecurityFocus: 1442 - Debian Linux 2.1 dump Symlink Restore Vulnerability

Entryinfo

Created: 06/22/2014 15:40
Updated: 04/19/2026 22:45
Changes: 06/22/2014 15:40 (49), 05/22/2018 09:16 (4), 04/19/2026 22:45 (19)
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Cache ID: 216::103

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