How severe is CVE-2000-0018?

CVE-2000-0018 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0018 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (48th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0018?

CVE-2000-0018 affects Windowmaker Wmmon. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0018?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2000-0018 published?

CVE-2000-0018 was published on 1999-12-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0018

CVE-2000-0018 is a high-severity vulnerability in Windowmaker Wmmon with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (48th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Windowmaker Wmmon
Published: 1999-12-22
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

wmmon in FreeBSD allows local users to gain privileges via the .wmmonrc configuration file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0018?: wmmon in FreeBSD allows local users to gain privileges via the .wmmonrc configuration file.
How severe is CVE-2000-0018?: CVE-2000-0018 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0018 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (48th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0018?: CVE-2000-0018 affects Windowmaker Wmmon. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0018?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2000-0018 published?: CVE-2000-0018 was published on 1999-12-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:windowmaker:wmmon:1.0b2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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