CVE-2000-0296: fcheck allows local users to gain privileges by embedding shell metacharacters into file names that are processed by fch

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:57.376Z

Summary

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

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:57.376Z · Confidence: high

Impact

Based on CVSS vector: n/a — assess confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact via the official vector documentation.

Affected Software

Fix

Upgrade affected software to the fixed version identified above. Apply vendor patches and monitor advisories before exposed systems go unpatched.

References