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CVE-2000-0389: Buffer overflow in krb_rd_req function in Kerberos 4 and 5 allows remote attackers to gain root privileges.

Buffer overflow in krb_rd_req function in Kerberos 4 and 5 allows remote attackers to gain root privileges.

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This is an old but high-impact Kerberos flaw. The vulnerable code could let a remote attacker take over affected authentication infrastructure with root privileges. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, exact versions, or a named universal patch. Exposure is likely limited to systems running vulnerable Kerberos 4 or 5 implementations. The bundle references FreeBSD, Red Hat, CERT, Bugtraq, and SecurityFocus advisories, but does not enumerate exact affected products or versions. Treat this as urgent where legacy Kerberos is still present. Root-level compromise of authentication services can create broad enterprise risk, but modern exposure may be low if Kerberos packages are patched or obsolete systems are retired. Mitigation focus: Identify systems running Kerberos 4 or 5 components.; Review the referenced FreeBSD, Red Hat, CERT, and vendor advisories.; Apply applicable vendor-provided Kerberos updates where available..

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