How severe is CVE-2000-0978?

CVE-2000-0978 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0978 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0978?

CVE-2000-0978 affects Bb4 Big Brother Network Monitor. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0978?

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-2000-0978 published?

CVE-2000-0978 was published on 2000-12-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0978

CVE-2000-0978 is a high-severity vulnerability in Bb4 Big Brother Network Monitor 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: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Bb4 Big Brother Network Monitor
Published: 2000-12-19
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

bbd server in Big Brother System and Network Monitor before 1.5c2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the "&" shell metacharacter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0978?: bbd server in Big Brother System and Network Monitor before 1.5c2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the "&" shell metacharacter.
How severe is CVE-2000-0978?: CVE-2000-0978 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0978 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0978?: CVE-2000-0978 affects Bb4 Big Brother Network Monitor. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0978?: 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-2000-0978 published?: CVE-2000-0978 was published on 2000-12-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:bb4:big_brother_network_monitor:1.5c2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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