How severe is CVE-2000-0046?

CVE-2000-0046 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0046 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 7% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0046?

CVE-2000-0046 affects Mirabilis Icq. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0046?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2000-0046 published?

CVE-2000-0046 was published on 2000-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0046

CVE-2000-0046 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mirabilis Icq with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 7% (94th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Mirabilis Icq
Published: 2000-01-10
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in ICQ 99b 1.1.1.1 client allows remote attackers to execute commands via a malformed URL within an ICQ message.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0046?: Buffer overflow in ICQ 99b 1.1.1.1 client allows remote attackers to execute commands via a malformed URL within an ICQ message.
How severe is CVE-2000-0046?: CVE-2000-0046 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0046 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 7% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0046?: CVE-2000-0046 affects Mirabilis Icq. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0046?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2000-0046 published?: CVE-2000-0046 was published on 2000-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/929

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:mirabilis:icq:0.99b_1.1.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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