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CVE-2000-0998

HIGH · CVSS 7.2 EPSS 0.88%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2000-12-11 · Last synced 2026-08-04

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CVE
CVE-2000-0998
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.2
EPSS
0.88%

Original Filing — NVD Description

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