CVE-2000-0393
First published: Tue May 16 2000(Updated: )
The KDE kscd program does not drop privileges when executing a program specified in a user's SHELL environmental variable, which allows the user to gain privileges by specifying an alternate program to execute.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| KDE KDE | =2.0_beta | |
| KDE KDE | =1.1.1 | |
| KDE KDE | =1.1 | |
| KDE KDE | =1.2 | |
| =1.1 | ||
| =1.1.1 | ||
| =1.2 | ||
| =2.0_beta |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0393?
CVE-2000-0393 has been assessed as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential privilege escalation it allows.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0393?
To fix CVE-2000-0393, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of KDE that implements proper privilege management.
What systems are affected by CVE-2000-0393?
CVE-2000-0393 affects KDE versions 1.1, 1.1.1, 1.2, and 2.0_beta.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0393?
CVE-2000-0393 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability.
Who is impacted by CVE-2000-0393?
Users running the affected versions of KDE are at risk of privilege escalation attacks through the kscd program.
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