CVE-2000-1202

CVE-2000-1202 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Http Server Ssl Module Common 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

Description

ikeyman in IBM IBMHSSSB 1.0 sets the CLASSPATH environmental variable to include the user's own CLASSPATH directories before the system's directories, which allows a malicious local user to execute arbitrary code as root via a Trojan horse Ikeyman class.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-1202?
ikeyman in IBM IBMHSSSB 1.0 sets the CLASSPATH environmental variable to include the user's own CLASSPATH directories before the system's directories, which allows a malicious local user to execute arbitrary code as root via a Trojan horse Ikeyman class.
How severe is CVE-2000-1202?
CVE-2000-1202 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2000-1202 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (43rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-1202?
CVE-2000-1202 affects Ibm Http Server Ssl Module Common. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-1202?
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-2000-1202 published?
CVE-2000-1202 was published on 2001-08-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)