CVE-2000-0650

Name: CVE-2000-0650
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-07-11T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.44%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0650 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The default installation of VirusScan 4.5 and NetShield 4.5 has insecure permissions for the registry key that identifies the AutoUpgrade directory, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by replacing SETUP.EXE in that directory with a Trojan Horse.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The default installation of VirusScan 4.5 and NetShield 4.5 has insecure permissions for the registry key that identifies the AutoUpgrade directory, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by replacing SETUP.EXE in that directory with a Trojan Horse.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.44%

35.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Network Associates	Netshield	4.5
Network Associates	Virusscan	4.5

References

http://www.ntbugtraq.com/default.asp?pid=36&sid=1&A2=ind0007&L=ntbugtraq&F=&S=&P=2753Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/1458
http://www.osvdb.org/4200
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1458Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5177
http://www.ntbugtraq.com/default.asp?pid=36&sid=1&A2=ind0007&L=ntbugtraq&F=&S=&P=2753Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/1458
http://www.osvdb.org/4200
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1458Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5177

Timeline

Published: Jul 11, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0650?

How severe is CVE-2000-0650?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0650 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0650?

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-2000-0650?

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Source: NVD / NIST