How severe is CVE-2000-0257?

CVE-2000-0257 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0257 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0257?

CVE-2000-0257 affects Novell Netware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0257?

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-2000-0257 published?

CVE-2000-0257 was published on 2000-04-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0257

CVE-2000-0257 is a high-severity vulnerability in Novell Netware 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: 3% (88th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Novell Netware
Published: 2000-04-19
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in the NetWare remote web administration utility allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or execute commands via a long URL.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0257?: Buffer overflow in the NetWare remote web administration utility allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or execute commands via a long URL.
How severe is CVE-2000-0257?: CVE-2000-0257 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0257 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0257?: CVE-2000-0257 affects Novell Netware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0257?: 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-2000-0257 published?: CVE-2000-0257 was published on 2000-04-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:novell:netware:5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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