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CVE-2000-0629

7.5 · HIGH

The default configuration of the Sun Java web server 2.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by uploading Java code to the server via board.html, then directly calling…

Published Jul 12, 2000sunEPSS 3.76%

Overview

CVE-2000-0629 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting sun java_system_web_server. It was published on July 12, 2000 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The default configuration of the Sun Java web server 2.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by uploading Java code to the server via board.html, then directly calling the JSP compiler servlet.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from sun. Update java_system_web_server to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0629?

CVE-2000-0629 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting sun java_system_web_server. It was published on July 12, 2000 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2000-0629?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2000-0629?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from sun. Update java_system_web_server to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2000-0629?

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