CVE-2000-0172

N/A Unknown
Published: March 03, 2000 Modified: April 16, 2026
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Description

The mtr program only uses a seteuid call when attempting to drop privileges, which could allow local users to gain root privileges.

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References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1038
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108

2 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
N/A / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
0.1%
35th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Affected Vendors

turbolinux matt_kimball_and_roger_wolff