How severe is CVE-2000-1242?

CVE-2000-1242 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0, rated critical severity.

Is CVE-2000-1242 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2000-1242?

CVE-2000-1242 affects Apc Powerchute. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-1242?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2000-1242 published?

CVE-2000-1242 was published on 2000-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2000-1242

CVE-2000-1242 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Apc Powerchute with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Critical (CVSS 2.0 base score 9.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (72nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Apc Powerchute
Published: 2000-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The HTTP service in American Power Conversion (APC) PowerChute uses a default username and password, which allows remote attackers to gain system access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-1242?: The HTTP service in American Power Conversion (APC) PowerChute uses a default username and password, which allows remote attackers to gain system access.
How severe is CVE-2000-1242?: CVE-2000-1242 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2000-1242 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-1242?: CVE-2000-1242 affects Apc Powerchute. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-1242?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2000-1242 published?: CVE-2000-1242 was published on 2000-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:apc:powerchute:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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