CVE-2000-0573

CVE-2000-0573 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Hp Hp-ux with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 96% places it in the 100th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

The lreply function in wu-ftpd 2.6.0 and earlier does not properly cleanse an untrusted format string, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the SITE EXEC command.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0573?
The lreply function in wu-ftpd 2.6.0 and earlier does not properly cleanse an untrusted format string, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the SITE EXEC command.
How severe is CVE-2000-0573?
CVE-2000-0573 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2000-0573 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 96% (100th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0573?
CVE-2000-0573 affects Hp Hp-ux. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0573?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2000-0573 published?
CVE-2000-0573 was published on 2000-07-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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