CVE-2000-0285

Name: CVE-2000-0285
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-04-16T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.54%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0285 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in XFree86 3.3.x allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a long -xkbmap parameter.. EPSS estimates a 0.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in XFree86 3.3.x allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a long -xkbmap parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.54%

41.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Xfree86 Project	X11r6	3.3.6
Xfree86 Project	X11r6	4.0

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-04/0076.htmlExploit, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1306
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-04/0076.htmlExploit, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1306

Timeline

Published: Apr 16, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0285?

Buffer overflow in XFree86 3.3.x allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a long -xkbmap parameter.

How severe is CVE-2000-0285?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0285 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0285?

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-2000-0285?

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Source: NVD / NIST