How severe is CVE-2000-0727?

CVE-2000-0727 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0727 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0727?

CVE-2000-0727 affects Xpdf. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0727?

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-2000-0727 published?

CVE-2000-0727 was published on 2000-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0727

CVE-2000-0727 is a high-severity vulnerability in Xpdf with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6. 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 7.6)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Xpdf
Published: 2000-10-20
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

xpdf PDF viewer client earlier than 0.91 does not properly launch a web browser for embedded URL's, which allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands via a URL that contains shell metacharacters.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0727?: xpdf PDF viewer client earlier than 0.91 does not properly launch a web browser for embedded URL's, which allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands via a URL that contains shell metacharacters.
How severe is CVE-2000-0727?: CVE-2000-0727 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0727 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0727?: CVE-2000-0727 affects Xpdf. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0727?: 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-2000-0727 published?: CVE-2000-0727 was published on 2000-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:xpdf:xpdf:0.90:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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