CVE-2000-0853

Name: CVE-2000-0853
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-11-14T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 7.57%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0853 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. YaBB Bulletin Board 9.1.2000 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) attack.. EPSS estimates a 7.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

YaBB Bulletin Board 9.1.2000 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

7.57%

93.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Yabb	Yabb	2000-09-01

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-09/0072.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1668Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5254
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-09/0072.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1668Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5254

Timeline

Published: Nov 14, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0853?

YaBB Bulletin Board 9.1.2000 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) attack.

How severe is CVE-2000-0853?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0853 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0853?

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-2000-0853?

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Source: NVD / NIST