How severe is CVE-2001-0274?

CVE-2001-0274 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-0274 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-0274?

CVE-2001-0274 affects Kicq. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0274?

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-2001-0274 published?

CVE-2001-0274 was published on 2001-05-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-0274

CVE-2001-0274 is a high-severity vulnerability in Kicq 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: 4% (89th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Kicq
Published: 2001-05-03
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

kicq IRC client 1.0.0, and possibly later versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a URL.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0274?: kicq IRC client 1.0.0, and possibly later versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a URL.
How severe is CVE-2001-0274?: CVE-2001-0274 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0274 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0274?: CVE-2001-0274 affects Kicq. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0274?: 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-2001-0274 published?: CVE-2001-0274 was published on 2001-05-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:kicq:kicq:1.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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CVE-2002-0227 — Medium (CVSS 5.0): KICQ 2.0.0b1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed message.

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