How severe is CVE-2000-0937?

CVE-2000-0937 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0937 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 8% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0937?

CVE-2000-0937 affects Samba. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0937?

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-2000-0937 published?

CVE-2000-0937 was published on 2000-12-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0937

CVE-2000-0937 is a high-severity vulnerability in Samba 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: 8% (94th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Samba
Published: 2000-12-19
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Samba Web Administration Tool (SWAT) in Samba 2.0.7 does not log login attempts in which the username is correct but the password is wrong, which allows remote attackers to conduct brute force password guessing attacks.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0937?: Samba Web Administration Tool (SWAT) in Samba 2.0.7 does not log login attempts in which the username is correct but the password is wrong, which allows remote attackers to conduct brute force password guessing attacks.
How severe is CVE-2000-0937?: CVE-2000-0937 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0937 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 8% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0937?: CVE-2000-0937 affects Samba. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0937?: 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-2000-0937 published?: CVE-2000-0937 was published on 2000-12-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:samba:samba:2.0.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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