How severe is CVE-2001-0174?

CVE-2001-0174 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-0174 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-0174?

CVE-2001-0174 affects Trend Micro Virus Buster 2001. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0174?

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-2001-0174 published?

CVE-2001-0174 was published on 2001-05-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-0174

CVE-2001-0174 is a high-severity vulnerability in Trend Micro Virus Buster 2001 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6. 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 7.6)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (85th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Trend Micro Virus Buster 2001
Published: 2001-05-03
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Trend Micro Virus Buster 2001 8.00 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service, and possibly execute arbitrary commands, via a large "To" address.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0174?: Buffer overflow in Trend Micro Virus Buster 2001 8.00 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service, and possibly execute arbitrary commands, via a large "To" address.
How severe is CVE-2001-0174?: CVE-2001-0174 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0174 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0174?: CVE-2001-0174 affects Trend Micro Virus Buster 2001. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0174?: 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-2001-0174 published?: CVE-2001-0174 was published on 2001-05-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:trend_micro:virus_buster_2001:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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