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CVE-2000-0229

UnknownEPSS 0.80%

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CVE-2000-0229 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. gpm-root in the gpm package does not properly drop privileges, which allows local users to gain privileges by starting a utility from gpm-root.. EPSS estimates a 0.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

gpm-root in the gpm package does not properly drop privileges, which allows local users to gain privileges by starting a utility from gpm-root.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.80%

52.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Alessandro RubiniGpm1.18.1
Alessandro RubiniGpm1.19
DebianDebian Linux2.0
DebianDebian Linux2.1
DebianDebian Linux2.2
RedhatLinux6.0
RedhatLinux6.1
RedhatLinux6.2
SuseSuse Linux5.3
SuseSuse Linux6.0
SuseSuse Linux6.1
SuseSuse Linux6.2
SuseSuse Linux6.3

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0229?
gpm-root in the gpm package does not properly drop privileges, which allows local users to gain privileges by starting a utility from gpm-root.
How severe is CVE-2000-0229?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0229 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0229?
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