How severe is CVE-2000-0052?

CVE-2000-0052 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0052 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (55th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0052?

CVE-2000-0052 primarily affects Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0052?

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-2000-0052 published?

CVE-2000-0052 was published on 2000-01-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0052

CVE-2000-0052 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux 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% (55th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux
Published: 2000-01-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Red Hat userhelper program in the usermode package allows local users to gain root access via PAM and a .. (dot dot) attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0052?: Red Hat userhelper program in the usermode package allows local users to gain root access via PAM and a .. (dot dot) attack.
How severe is CVE-2000-0052?: CVE-2000-0052 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0052 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (55th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0052?: CVE-2000-0052 primarily affects Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0052?: 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-2000-0052 published?: CVE-2000-0052 was published on 2000-01-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)

cpe:2.3:o:mandrakesoft:mandrake_linux:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:mandrakesoft:mandrake_linux:6.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:redhat:linux:6.0:*:i386:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:redhat:linux:6.1:*:i386:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:turbolinux:turbolinux:3.5b2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:turbolinux:turbolinux:4.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:turbolinux:turbolinux:4.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:turbolinux:turbolinux:6.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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