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CVE-2000-0993

HighPublished

Format string vulnerability in pw_error function in BSD libutil library allows local users to gain root privileges via a malformed password in commands such...

Published: Jan 22, 2001
Updated: Aug 8, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Jan 12, 2001

Primary CVSS

7.2/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

1.7%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 75.4%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

Format string vulnerability in pw_error function in BSD libutil library allows local users to gain root privileges via a malformed password in commands such as chpass or passwd.

Sources

BSD chpass - 'pw_error(3)' Local Privilege EscalationExploit
caddis · bsd · Jan 12, 2001

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