CVE-2000-0217
UnknownEPSS 0.97%
Last modified
CVE-2000-0217 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The default configuration of SSH allows X forwarding, which could allow a remote attacker to control a client's X sessions via a malicious xauth program.. EPSS estimates a 0.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The default configuration of SSH allows X forwarding, which could allow a remote attacker to control a client's X sessions via a malicious xauth program.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openssh | 1.2 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.0 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.1 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.2 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.3 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.4 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.5 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.6 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.7 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.8 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.9 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.10 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.11 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.12 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.13 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.14 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.15 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.16 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.17 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.18 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.19 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.20 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.21 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.22 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.23 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.24 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.25 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.26 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.27 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.28 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.29 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.30 |
| Ssh | Ssh | 1.2.31 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0.1 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0.2 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0.3 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0.4 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0.5 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0.6 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0.7 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0.8 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0.9 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0.10 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0.11 |
| Ssh | Ssh2 | 2.0.12 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2000-0217?
The default configuration of SSH allows X forwarding, which could allow a remote attacker to control a client's X sessions via a malicious xauth program.
How severe is CVE-2000-0217?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0217 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0217?
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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