CVE-2000-0296

Name: CVE-2000-0296
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-03-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.48%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0296 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. fcheck allows local users to gain privileges by embedding shell metacharacters into file names that are processed by fcheck.. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

fcheck allows local users to gain privileges by embedding shell metacharacters into file names that are processed by fcheck.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.48%

37.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Michael A. Gumienny	Fcheck	2.7.45

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/current/0011.html
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1086Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/current/0011.html
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1086Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 31, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0296?

fcheck allows local users to gain privileges by embedding shell metacharacters into file names that are processed by fcheck.

How severe is CVE-2000-0296?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0296 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0296?

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-2000-0296?

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Source: NVD / NIST