CVE-2000-1043

Name: CVE-2000-1043
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-12-11T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.83%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-1043 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Format string vulnerability in ypserv in Mandrake Linux 7.1 and earlier, and possibly other Linux operating systems, allows an attacker to gain root privileges when ypserv is built without a vsyslog() function.. EPSS estimates a 1.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Format string vulnerability in ypserv in Mandrake Linux 7.1 and earlier, and possibly other Linux operating systems, allows an attacker to gain root privileges when ypserv is built without a vsyslog() function.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.83%

76.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mandrakesoft	Mandrake Linux	6.1
Mandrakesoft	Mandrake Linux	7.0
Mandrakesoft	Mandrake Linux	7.1

References

http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/MDKSA-2000-064.php3?dis=7.1Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5731
http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/MDKSA-2000-064.php3?dis=7.1Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5731

Timeline

Published: Dec 11, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-1043?

How severe is CVE-2000-1043?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-1043 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-1043?

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