CVE Catalog

CVE-2000-0107

High
Published: Updated: Translated: NVD NIST

Exploitation Probability (EPSS)

Elevated risk
0.79%

51th percentile - higher than 51% of all known CVEs

Summary

The apcd program in Linux allows local attackers to modify arbitrary files via a symlink attack.

Risk Assessment

Attackers may gain access to sensitive data or modify critical system files, potentially leading to serious security implications.

Recommendation

It is recommended to restrict permissions for the apcd program and to monitor and secure the system against symlink attacks.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Linux apcd program allows local attackers to modify arbitrary files via a symlink attack.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS