CVE-2000-0151

Name: CVE-2000-0151
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-02-01T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.32%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0151 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. GNU make follows symlinks when it reads a Makefile from stdin, which allows other local users to execute commands.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

GNU make follows symlinks when it reads a Makefile from stdin, which allows other local users to execute commands.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.32%

23.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Gnu	Make	3.77.44

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/981Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/981Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 1, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0151?

GNU make follows symlinks when it reads a Makefile from stdin, which allows other local users to execute commands.

How severe is CVE-2000-0151?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0151 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0151?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2000-0151?

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Source: NVD / NIST