How severe is CVE-2000-0562?

CVE-2000-0562 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0562 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0562?

CVE-2000-0562 primarily affects Iss Blackice Agent. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0562?

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-2000-0562 published?

CVE-2000-0562 was published on 2000-06-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0562

CVE-2000-0562 is a high-severity vulnerability in Iss Blackice Agent 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: 1% (66th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Iss Blackice Agent
Published: 2000-06-22
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

BlackIce Defender 2.1 and earlier, and BlackIce Pro 2.0.23 and earlier, do not properly block Back Orifice traffic when the security setting is Nervous or lower.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0562?: BlackIce Defender 2.1 and earlier, and BlackIce Pro 2.0.23 and earlier, do not properly block Back Orifice traffic when the security setting is Nervous or lower.
How severe is CVE-2000-0562?: CVE-2000-0562 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0562 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0562?: CVE-2000-0562 primarily affects Iss Blackice Agent. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0562?: 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-2000-0562 published?: CVE-2000-0562 was published on 2000-06-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-06/0190.html

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:iss:blackice_agent:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:iss:blackice_defender:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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