CVE-2000-1018: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2000-1018: shred 1.0 file wiping utility does not properly open a file for overwriting or flush its buffers, which pre...

shred 1.0 file wiping utility does not properly open a file for overwriting or flush its buffers, which prevents shred from properly replacing the file's data and allows local users to recover the file.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 05:37 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

Shred 1.0 could fail to truly erase files. An organization might believe sensitive data was wiped when recoverable data remained on disk. The risk is mainly confidentiality loss where this old wiping utility is still used for secure deletion workflows. Exposure is likely limited to legacy systems, scripts, or recovery procedures that still depend on shred 1.0. The source bundle does not identify modern distributions, package versions, CPEs, or supported product lines as affected. Treat this as a legacy data-handling risk. It is not currently evidenced as actively exploited, but it can undermine assurances that sensitive files were securely erased. Mitigation focus: Identify systems or scripts still using shred 1.0.; Review the Bugtraq fix notice and any vendor or project guidance.; Replace affected shred 1.0 where a corrected release is confirmed..

Prepared: Jul 11, 2026, 23:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 22, 2001, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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shred-recover-files(5722)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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