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CVE-2000-0894

10.0 · HIGH

HTTP server on the WatchGuard SOHO firewall does not properly restrict access to administrative functions such as password resets or rebooting, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service o…

Published Feb 12, 2001watchguardEPSS 1.95%

Overview

CVE-2000-0894 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting watchguard soho_firewall. It was published on February 12, 2001 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

HTTP server on the WatchGuard SOHO firewall does not properly restrict access to administrative functions such as password resets or rebooting, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service or conduct unauthorized activities.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from watchguard. Update soho_firewall 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.

Affected products

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References

Refwww.osvdb.org/4404Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/2119Refxforce.iss.net/alerts/advise70.phpRefexchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5554Refwww.osvdb.org/4404Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/2119Refxforce.iss.net/alerts/advise70.phpRefexchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5554

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-0894?

CVE-2000-0894 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting watchguard soho_firewall. It was published on February 12, 2001 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2000-0894?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, 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-2000-0894?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from watchguard. Update soho_firewall 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-2000-0894?

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