How severe is CVE-2000-0859?

CVE-2000-0859 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2000-0859 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-2000-0859?

CVE-2000-0859 primarily affects Gordano Ntmail. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0859?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2000-0859 published?

CVE-2000-0859 was published on 2000-11-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0859

CVE-2000-0859 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Gordano Ntmail with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 5.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Gordano Ntmail
Published: 2000-11-14
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The web configuration server for NTMail V5 and V6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a series of partial HTTP requests.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0859?: The web configuration server for NTMail V5 and V6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a series of partial HTTP requests.
How severe is CVE-2000-0859?: CVE-2000-0859 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2000-0859 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-2000-0859?: CVE-2000-0859 primarily affects Gordano Ntmail. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0859?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2000-0859 published?: CVE-2000-0859 was published on 2000-11-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:gordano:ntmail:5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gordano:ntmail:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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