CVE-2000-0492

Name: CVE-2000-0492
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-06-04T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.19%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0492 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. PassWD 1.2 uses weak encryption (trivial encoding) to store passwords, which allows an attacker who can read the password file to easliy decrypt the passwords.. EPSS estimates a 1.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

PassWD 1.2 uses weak encryption (trivial encoding) to store passwords, which allows an attacker who can read the password file to easliy decrypt the passwords.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.19%

64.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Passwd	Passwd	1.2

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-05/0450.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1300
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-05/0450.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1300

Timeline

Published: Jun 4, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0492?

PassWD 1.2 uses weak encryption (trivial encoding) to store passwords, which allows an attacker who can read the password file to easliy decrypt the passwords.

How severe is CVE-2000-0492?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0492 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0492?

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-2000-0492?

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Source: NVD / NIST