CVE-2000-0722

CVE-2000-0722 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Helix Code Gnome Updater with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Helix GNOME Updater helix-update 0.5 and earlier allows local users to install arbitrary RPM packages by creating the /tmp/helix-install installation directory before root has begun installing packages.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0722?
Helix GNOME Updater helix-update 0.5 and earlier allows local users to install arbitrary RPM packages by creating the /tmp/helix-install installation directory before root has begun installing packages.
How severe is CVE-2000-0722?
CVE-2000-0722 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.2, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2000-0722 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (23rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0722?
CVE-2000-0722 primarily affects Helix Code Gnome Updater. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0722?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2000-0722 published?
CVE-2000-0722 was published on 2000-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)