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CVE-2000-0293

UnknownEPSS 0.69%

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CVE-2000-0293 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. aaa_base in SuSE Linux 6.3, and cron.daily in earlier versions, allow local users to delete arbitrary files by creating files whose names include spaces, which are then incorrectly interpreted by aaa_base when it deletes expired files from the /tmp directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.69% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

aaa_base in SuSE Linux 6.3, and cron.daily in earlier versions, allow local users to delete arbitrary files by creating files whose names include spaces, which are then incorrectly interpreted by aaa_base when it deletes expired files from the /tmp directory.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.69%

48.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
SuseSuse Linux6.0
SuseSuse Linux6.1
SuseSuse Linux6.2
SuseSuse Linux6.3
SuseSuse Linux6.4

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0293?
aaa_base in SuSE Linux 6.3, and cron.daily in earlier versions, allow local users to delete arbitrary files by creating files whose names include spaces, which are then incorrectly interpreted by aaa_base when it deletes expired files from the /tmp directory.
How severe is CVE-2000-0293?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0293 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0293?
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