CVE-2000-1137

Name: CVE-2000-1137
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-01-09T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.39%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-1137 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. GNU ed before 0.2-18.1 allows local users to overwrite the files of other users via a symlink attack.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

GNU ed before 0.2-18.1 allows local users to overwrite the files of other users via a symlink attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.39%

31.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Gnu	Ed	2.15
Gnu	Ed	2.16tr
Gnu	Ed	2.18
Gnu	Ed	2.18.0

References

Timeline

Published: Jan 9, 2001
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-1137?

GNU ed before 0.2-18.1 allows local users to overwrite the files of other users via a symlink attack.

How severe is CVE-2000-1137?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-1137 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-1137?

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-2000-1137?

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Source: NVD / NIST