How severe is CVE-2000-0296?

CVE-2000-0296 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0296 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (38th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0296?

CVE-2000-0296 affects Michael A. Gumienny Fcheck. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0296?

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-2000-0296 published?

CVE-2000-0296 was published on 2000-03-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0296

CVE-2000-0296 is a high-severity vulnerability in Michael A. Gumienny Fcheck 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: 0% (38th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Michael A. Gumienny Fcheck
Published: 2000-03-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

fcheck allows local users to gain privileges by embedding shell metacharacters into file names that are processed by fcheck.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0296?: fcheck allows local users to gain privileges by embedding shell metacharacters into file names that are processed by fcheck.
How severe is CVE-2000-0296?: CVE-2000-0296 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0296 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (38th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0296?: CVE-2000-0296 affects Michael A. Gumienny Fcheck. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0296?: 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-2000-0296 published?: CVE-2000-0296 was published on 2000-03-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:michael_a._gumienny:fcheck:2.7.45:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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