CVE-2000-0442

Name: CVE-2000-0442
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-05-24T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.35%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0442 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Qpopper 2.53 and earlier allows local users to gain privileges via a formatting string in the From: header, which is processed by the euidl command.. EPSS estimates a 3.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Qpopper 2.53 and earlier allows local users to gain privileges via a formatting string in the From: header, which is processed by the euidl command.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.35%

87.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Qualcomm	Qpopper	2.52
Qualcomm	Qpopper	2.53
Sun	Cobalt Raq 2	All versions
Sun	Cobalt Raq 3i	All versions

References

Timeline

Published: May 24, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0442?

Qpopper 2.53 and earlier allows local users to gain privileges via a formatting string in the From: header, which is processed by the euidl command.

How severe is CVE-2000-0442?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0442 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0442?

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-2000-0442?

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Source: NVD / NIST