CVE-2000-0958

Name: CVE-2000-0958
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2000-12-19T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.84%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2000-0958 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. HotJava Browser 3.0 allows remote attackers to access the DOM of a web page by opening a javascript: URL in a named window.. EPSS estimates a 2.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

HotJava Browser 3.0 allows remote attackers to access the DOM of a web page by opening a javascript: URL in a named window.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.84%

84.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sun	Hotjava Browser	3.0

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0349.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5428
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-10/0349.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5428

Timeline

Published: Dec 19, 2000
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2000-0958?

HotJava Browser 3.0 allows remote attackers to access the DOM of a web page by opening a javascript: URL in a named window.

How severe is CVE-2000-0958?

Severity scoring for CVE-2000-0958 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0958?

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-2000-0958?

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Source: NVD / NIST