HOMEVULNERABILITIESCVE-2000-0578
LOW

CVE-2000-0578

NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: June 21, 2000· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

3.7
CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SGI MIPSPro compilers C, C++, F77 and F90 generate temporary files in /tmp with predictable file names, which could allow local users to insert malicious contents into these files as they are being compiled by another user.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2000-0578 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityHigh
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityP
IntegrityP
AvailabilityP
AV:L/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

Affected Vendors & Products

sgi1 product(s)
mipspro compilers
Source: NVD CPE · 2 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories

All References (4)

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2000-0578
CVSS Score3.7 / 10
SeverityLOW
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJun 21, 2000

Related CVEs (NVD-CWE-Other)

Recommended Actions

  • Apply vendor patches immediately
  • Monitor CVE-2000-0578 in threat intel feeds
  • Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.