How severe is CVE-2001-0208?

CVE-2001-0208 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2001-0208 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-0208?

CVE-2001-0208 affects Microfocus Cobol. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0208?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2001-0208 published?

CVE-2001-0208 was published on 2001-06-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-0208

CVE-2001-0208 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microfocus Cobol with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 4.6)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (49th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microfocus Cobol
Published: 2001-06-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

MicroFocus Cobol 4.1, with the AppTrack feature enabled, installs the mfaslmf directory and the nolicense file with insecure permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges by modifying files.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0208?: MicroFocus Cobol 4.1, with the AppTrack feature enabled, installs the mfaslmf directory and the nolicense file with insecure permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges by modifying files.
How severe is CVE-2001-0208?: CVE-2001-0208 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2001-0208 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0208?: CVE-2001-0208 affects Microfocus Cobol. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0208?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2001-0208 published?: CVE-2001-0208 was published on 2001-06-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:microfocus:cobol:4.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*