How severe is CVE-2000-0373?

CVE-2000-0373 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0373 being actively exploited?

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

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0373?

CVE-2000-0373 affects Kde Kvt. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0373?

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-2000-0373 published?

CVE-2000-0373 was published on 1999-06-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0373

CVE-2000-0373 is a high-severity vulnerability in Kde Kvt 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% (30th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Kde Kvt
Published: 1999-06-01
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Vulnerabilities in the KDE kvt terminal program allow local users to gain root privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0373?: Vulnerabilities in the KDE kvt terminal program allow local users to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2000-0373?: CVE-2000-0373 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0373 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0373?: CVE-2000-0373 affects Kde Kvt. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0373?: 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-2000-0373 published?: CVE-2000-0373 was published on 1999-06-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:kde:kvt:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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