CVE-2000-0163

Name: CVE-2000-0163
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-02-21T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.72%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0163 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. asmon and ascpu in FreeBSD allow local users to gain root privileges via a configuration file.. EPSS estimates a 0.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

asmon and ascpu in FreeBSD allow local users to gain root privileges via a configuration file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.72%

49.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Freebsd	Freebsd	3.0
Freebsd	Freebsd	3.1
Freebsd	Freebsd	3.2
Freebsd	Freebsd	3.3
Freebsd	Freebsd	3.4

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 21, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0163?

asmon and ascpu in FreeBSD allow local users to gain root privileges via a configuration file.

How severe is CVE-2000-0163?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0163 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0163?

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-2000-0163?

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Source: NVD / NIST