CVE-2000-0545

CVE-2000-0545 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Sgi Mailx with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in mailx mail command (aka Mail) on Linux systems allows local users to gain privileges via a long -c (carbon copy) parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0545?
Buffer overflow in mailx mail command (aka Mail) on Linux systems allows local users to gain privileges via a long -c (carbon copy) parameter.
How severe is CVE-2000-0545?
CVE-2000-0545 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2000-0545 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-2000-0545?
CVE-2000-0545 primarily affects Sgi Mailx. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0545?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2000-0545 published?
CVE-2000-0545 was published on 2000-08-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (9)