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CVE-2000-0622: Buffer overflow in Webfind CGI program in O'Reilly WebSite Professional web server 2.x allows remote attack...

Buffer overflow in Webfind CGI program in O'Reilly WebSite Professional web server 2.x allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a URL containing a long "keywords" parameter.

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CVE-2000-0622 is a remote command execution risk in the Webfind CGI program shipped with O'Reilly WebSite Professional web server 2.x. A long keywords parameter in a URL can trigger a buffer overflow. For any still-running instance, this is urgent because public web exposure could give an attacker command execution on the server. Exposure is likely limited to legacy O'Reilly WebSite Professional 2.x deployments with the Webfind CGI reachable from untrusted networks. Modern environments are unlikely to run this product, but forgotten legacy web servers, archived intranet systems, or internet-facing CGI directories should be checked. Prioritize remediation if any affected server is reachable by users outside a trusted network. The technology is old, but the business risk is server compromise where legacy systems remain exposed. If no instances are found, record the inventory result and treat this as closed for current assets. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire any O'Reilly WebSite Professional 2.x systems.; Disable or remove the Webfind CGI if it is not required.; Restrict access to legacy CGI paths from trusted networks only..

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