CVE-2000-0525

Name: CVE-2000-0525
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-06-08T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.63%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0525 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. OpenSSH does not properly drop privileges when the UseLogin option is enabled, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by providing the command to the ssh daemon.. EPSS estimates a 2.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

OpenSSH does not properly drop privileges when the UseLogin option is enabled, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by providing the command to the ssh daemon.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.63%

83.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Openbsd	Openssh	1.2
Openbsd	Openssh	1.2.3
Openbsd	Openssh	2.1

References

Timeline

Published: Jun 8, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0525?

OpenSSH does not properly drop privileges when the UseLogin option is enabled, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by providing the command to the ssh daemon.

How severe is CVE-2000-0525?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0525 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0525?

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-2000-0525?

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Source: NVD / NIST