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CVE-2000-0163: asmon and ascpu in FreeBSD allow local users to gain root privileges via a configuration file.

asmon and ascpu in FreeBSD allow local users to gain root privileges via a configuration file.

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This is an old FreeBSD local privilege escalation issue in the asmon and ascpu utilities. A local user could reportedly gain root privileges through a configuration-file weakness. It is not described as remotely exploitable in the provided sources, and no active exploitation evidence is provided. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy FreeBSD systems that include or used asmon or ascpu and allow local interactive users. The provided data does not identify affected FreeBSD versions or packages. Prioritize if legacy FreeBSD systems still support multiple local users or untrusted shell access. Otherwise, treat as a historical hygiene issue and verify it is absent from production. Mitigation focus: Review FreeBSD-SA-00:03 for the official corrective action.; Inventory FreeBSD hosts for asmon and ascpu presence.; Apply vendor-supported updates or remediation where applicable..

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