How severe is CVE-2000-0981?

CVE-2000-0981 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2000-0981 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-0981?

CVE-2000-0981 primarily affects Oracle 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-2000-0981?

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-2000-0981 published?

CVE-2000-0981 was published on 2000-12-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-0981

CVE-2000-0981 is a high-severity vulnerability in Oracle Mysql with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (78th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Oracle Mysql
Published: 2000-12-19
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

MySQL Database Engine uses a weak authentication method which leaks information that could be used by a remote attacker to recover the password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0981?: MySQL Database Engine uses a weak authentication method which leaks information that could be used by a remote attacker to recover the password.
How severe is CVE-2000-0981?: CVE-2000-0981 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-0981 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-0981?: CVE-2000-0981 primarily affects Oracle 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-2000-0981?: 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-2000-0981 published?: CVE-2000-0981 was published on 2000-12-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:oracle:mysql:3.20:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:mysql:3.21:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:mysql:3.22:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:mysql:3.23:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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