How severe is CVE-2001-0027?

CVE-2001-0027 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-0027 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-0027?

CVE-2001-0027 affects Proftpd Project Proftpd. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0027?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2001-0027 published?

CVE-2001-0027 was published on 2001-02-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-0027

CVE-2001-0027 is a high-severity vulnerability in Proftpd Project Proftpd with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (93rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Proftpd Project Proftpd
Published: 2001-02-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

mod_sqlpw module in ProFTPD does not reset a cached password when a user uses the "user" command to change accounts, which allows authenticated attackers to gain privileges of other users.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0027?: mod_sqlpw module in ProFTPD does not reset a cached password when a user uses the "user" command to change accounts, which allows authenticated attackers to gain privileges of other users.
How severe is CVE-2001-0027?: CVE-2001-0027 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0027 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0027?: CVE-2001-0027 affects Proftpd Project Proftpd. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0027?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2001-0027 published?: CVE-2001-0027 was published on 2001-02-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:proftpd_project:proftpd:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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