CVE-2000-0668

CVE-2000-0668 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Michael K. Johnson Pam Console with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

pam_console PAM module in Linux systems allows a user to access the system console and reboot the system when a display manager such as gdm or kdm has XDMCP enabled.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0668?
pam_console PAM module in Linux systems allows a user to access the system console and reboot the system when a display manager such as gdm or kdm has XDMCP enabled.
How severe is CVE-2000-0668?
CVE-2000-0668 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2000-0668 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 7% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0668?
CVE-2000-0668 primarily affects Michael K. Johnson Pam Console. In total, 17 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0668?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2000-0668 published?
CVE-2000-0668 was published on 2000-07-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (17)