How severe is CVE-2000-0957?

CVE-2000-0957 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0957 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (65th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0957?

CVE-2000-0957 primarily affects Pam Mysql. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0957?

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-2000-0957 published?

CVE-2000-0957 was published on 2000-12-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0957

CVE-2000-0957 is a high-severity vulnerability in Pam Mysql 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: 1% (65th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Pam Mysql
Published: 2000-12-19
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The pluggable authentication module for mysql (pam_mysql) before 0.4.7 does not properly cleanse user input when constructing SQL statements, which allows attackers to obtain plaintext passwords or hashes.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0957?: The pluggable authentication module for mysql (pam_mysql) before 0.4.7 does not properly cleanse user input when constructing SQL statements, which allows attackers to obtain plaintext passwords or hashes.
How severe is CVE-2000-0957?: CVE-2000-0957 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0957 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (65th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0957?: CVE-2000-0957 primarily affects Pam Mysql. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0957?: 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-2000-0957 published?: CVE-2000-0957 was published on 2000-12-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:pam_mysql:pam_mysql:0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:pam_mysql:pam_mysql:0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:pam_mysql:pam_mysql:0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:pam_mysql:pam_mysql:0.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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