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CVE-2000-0998

HighPublished

Format string vulnerability in top program allows local attackers to gain root privileges via the "kill" or "renice" function.

Published: Nov 29, 2000
Updated: Aug 8, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Nov 1, 2000

Primary CVSS

7.2/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

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

EPSS probability estimate

0.9%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 58.0%
Model date: Oct 13, 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 top program allows local attackers to gain root privileges via the "kill" or "renice" function.

Sources

FreeBSD 3.5/4.x - '/usr/bin/top' Format StringExploit
truefinder · freebsd · Nov 1, 2000
Debian top - Format StringExploit
Kevin Finisterre · linux · Dec 12, 2004

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