CVE-2000-0177

Name: CVE-2000-0177
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-03-02T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 9.92%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0177 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. DNSTools CGI applications allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters.. EPSS estimates a 9.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

DNSTools CGI applications allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

9.92%

95.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Dnstools Software	Dnstools	<= 1.0.8

References

Timeline

Published: Mar 2, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0177?

DNSTools CGI applications allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters.

How severe is CVE-2000-0177?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0177 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 9.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0177?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2000-0177?

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Source: NVD / NIST