How severe is CVE-2000-0327?

CVE-2000-0327 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0327 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 12% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0327?

CVE-2000-0327 primarily affects Microsoft Virtual Machine. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0327?

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-2000-0327 published?

CVE-2000-0327 was published on 1999-10-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0327

CVE-2000-0327 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Virtual Machine with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 12% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.6)
EPSS exploit prediction: 12% (96th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Virtual Machine
Published: 1999-10-21
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Microsoft Virtual Machine (VM) allows remote attackers to escape the Java sandbox and execute commands via an applet containing an illegal cast operation, aka the "Virtual Machine Verifier" vulnerability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0327?: Microsoft Virtual Machine (VM) allows remote attackers to escape the Java sandbox and execute commands via an applet containing an illegal cast operation, aka the "Virtual Machine Verifier" vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2000-0327?: CVE-2000-0327 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0327 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 12% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0327?: CVE-2000-0327 primarily affects Microsoft Virtual Machine. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0327?: 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-2000-0327 published?: CVE-2000-0327 was published on 1999-10-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:virtual_machine:2000:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:virtual_machine:3000:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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