CVE-2000-0691

UnknownEPSS 0.92%

Last modified

CVE-2000-0691 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The faxrunq and faxrunqd in the mgetty package allows local users to create or modify arbitrary files via a symlink attack which creates a symlink in from /var/spool/fax/outgoing/.last_run to the target file.. EPSS estimates a 0.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The faxrunq and faxrunqd in the mgetty package allows local users to create or modify arbitrary files via a symlink attack which creates a symlink in from /var/spool/fax/outgoing/.last_run to the target file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.92%

55.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Gert DoeringMgetty1.1.19
Gert DoeringMgetty1.1.20
Gert DoeringMgetty1.1.21

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0691?
The faxrunq and faxrunqd in the mgetty package allows local users to create or modify arbitrary files via a symlink attack which creates a symlink in from /var/spool/fax/outgoing/.last_run to the target file.
How severe is CVE-2000-0691?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0691 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0691?
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