CVE-2000-0079
CVE-2000-0079 is a high-severity vulnerability in W3c Cern Httpd 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: 2% (79th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: W3c Cern Httpd
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The W3C CERN httpd HTTP server allows remote attackers to determine the real pathnames of some commands via a request for a nonexistent URL.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2000-0079?
- The W3C CERN httpd HTTP server allows remote attackers to determine the real pathnames of some commands via a request for a nonexistent URL.
- How severe is CVE-2000-0079?
- CVE-2000-0079 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2000-0079 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2000-0079?
- CVE-2000-0079 affects W3c Cern Httpd. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2000-0079?
- 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-2000-0079 published?
- CVE-2000-0079 was published on 2000-01-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:w3c:cern_httpd:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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