CVE-2000-0286

Name: CVE-2000-0286
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-04-16T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.70%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0286 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. X fontserver xfs allows local users to cause a denial of service via malformed input to the server.. EPSS estimates a 0.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

X fontserver xfs allows local users to cause a denial of service via malformed input to the server.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.70%

48.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Redhat	Linux	6.0
Redhat	Linux	6.1
Redhat	Linux	6.2

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-04/0079.html
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1111Exploit, Vendor Advisory
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-04/0079.html
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1111Exploit, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0286?

X fontserver xfs allows local users to cause a denial of service via malformed input to the server.

How severe is CVE-2000-0286?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0286 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0286?

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-2000-0286?

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Source: NVD / NIST