CVE-2000-0484: Small HTTP Server ver 3.06 contains a memory corruption bug causing a memory overflow.

Security readout for executives and security teams

A very old flaw in Small HTTP Server version 3.06 lets a remote attacker crash the web service by sending malformed input that overflows an internal buffer and trips the Windows exception handler. The impact is a denial of service, meaning the server stops responding until it is restarted. There is no evidence of data theft or code execution tied to this record. Exposure is limited to hosts still running the abandoned Small HTTP Server 3.06 (or earlier 1.212) reachable from untrusted networks. This is a hobbyist Windows web server rarely seen in modern enterprise environments, so real-world exposure in production estates is minimal but possible on legacy or lab systems. Low priority for most organizations. Only act if inventory shows Small HTTP Server exposed to untrusted networks; in that case, replace or isolate it as part of routine legacy cleanup rather than emergency response. Mitigation focus: Retire or replace Small HTTP Server with a supported web server product.; Restrict inbound access to any legacy HTTP listeners using firewall or ACL rules.; Place any residual instance behind a reverse proxy that filters malformed requests..

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Jul 12, 2026, 01:09 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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