CVE-2000-0711
UnknownEPSS 33.51%
Last modified
CVE-2000-0711 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Netscape Communicator does not properly prevent a ServerSocket object from being created by untrusted entities, which allows remote attackers to create a server on the victim's system via a malicious applet, as demonstrated by Brown Orifice.. EPSS estimates a 33.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Netscape Communicator does not properly prevent a ServerSocket object from being created by untrusted entities, which allows remote attackers to create a server on the victim's system via a malicious applet, as demonstrated by Brown Orifice.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Virtual Machine | 2000 |
| Microsoft | Virtual Machine | 3100 |
| Microsoft | Virtual Machine | 3200 |
| Microsoft | Virtual Machine | 3300 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.0 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.04 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.05 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.5 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.06 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.6 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.07 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.7 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.08 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.51 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.61 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.72 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.73 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 4.74 |
References
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2000-15.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1545Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2000-15.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1545Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2000-0711?
Netscape Communicator does not properly prevent a ServerSocket object from being created by untrusted entities, which allows remote attackers to create a server on the victim's system via a malicious applet, as demonstrated by Brown Orifice.
How severe is CVE-2000-0711?
Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0711 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 33.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0711?
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-2000-0711?
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