CVE-2000-1042: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2000-1042: Buffer overflow in ypserv in Mandrake Linux 7.1 and earlier, and possibly other Linux operating systems, al...

Buffer overflow in ypserv in Mandrake Linux 7.1 and earlier, and possibly other Linux operating systems, allows an attacker to gain root privileges when ypserv is built without a vsyslog() function.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 05:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old ypserv buffer overflow affecting Mandrake Linux 7.1 and earlier, with possible impact on other Linux systems. If the vulnerable build condition is present, an attacker could gain root privileges. Modern environments are mainly exposed through forgotten legacy NIS servers. Exposure is most likely on legacy Mandrake Linux 7.1 or earlier systems running ypserv/NIS. Other Linux exposure is possible but not confirmed by the provided sources. Treat this as a legacy-infrastructure cleanup priority. It is not documented as actively exploited here, but root impact on unsupported systems makes any reachable instance unacceptable. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire unsupported Mandrake Linux 7.1 or earlier systems.; Disable ypserv/NIS where it is no longer required.; Restrict ypserv access to trusted management or legacy dependency networks..

Prepared: Jul 11, 2026, 23:33 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 22, 2001, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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linux-ypserv-bo(5730)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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