CVE-2000-0918

Name: CVE-2000-0918
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-12-19T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.42%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0918 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Format string vulnerability in kvt in KDE 1.1.2 may allow local users to execute arbitrary commands via a DISPLAY environmental variable that contains formatting characters.. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Format string vulnerability in kvt in KDE 1.1.2 may allow local users to execute arbitrary commands via a DISPLAY environmental variable that contains formatting characters.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.42%

33.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Kde	Kvt	1.1.2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/83914Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1700Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/83914Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1700Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 19, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0918?

Format string vulnerability in kvt in KDE 1.1.2 may allow local users to execute arbitrary commands via a DISPLAY environmental variable that contains formatting characters.

How severe is CVE-2000-0918?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0918 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0918?

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-2000-0918?

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Source: NVD / NIST