CVE-2000-0052

UnknownEPSS 0.89%

Last modified

CVE-2000-0052 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Red Hat userhelper program in the usermode package allows local users to gain root access via PAM and a .. (dot dot) attack.. EPSS estimates a 0.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Red Hat userhelper program in the usermode package allows local users to gain root access via PAM and a .. (dot dot) attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.89%

54.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MandrakesoftMandrake Linux6.0
MandrakesoftMandrake Linux6.1
RedhatLinux6.0
RedhatLinux6.1
TurbolinuxTurbolinux3.5b2
TurbolinuxTurbolinux4.2
TurbolinuxTurbolinux4.4
TurbolinuxTurbolinux6.0.2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0052?
Red Hat userhelper program in the usermode package allows local users to gain root access via PAM and a .. (dot dot) attack.
How severe is CVE-2000-0052?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0052 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0052?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST