How severe is CVE-2000-0629?

CVE-2000-0629 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0629 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0629?

CVE-2000-0629 primarily affects Sun Java System Web Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0629?

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-2000-0629 published?

CVE-2000-0629 was published on 2000-07-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0629

CVE-2000-0629 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Java System Web Server 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: 4% (88th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sun Java System Web Server
Published: 2000-07-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The default configuration of the Sun Java web server 2.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by uploading Java code to the server via board.html, then directly calling the JSP compiler servlet.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0629?: The default configuration of the Sun Java web server 2.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by uploading Java code to the server via board.html, then directly calling the JSP compiler servlet.
How severe is CVE-2000-0629?: CVE-2000-0629 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0629 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0629?: CVE-2000-0629 primarily affects Sun Java System Web Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0629?: 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-2000-0629 published?: CVE-2000-0629 was published on 2000-07-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_web_server:1.1.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_web_server:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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