How severe is CVE-2001-0278?

CVE-2001-0278 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2001-0278 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-0278?

CVE-2001-0278 affects Hp Mpe Ix. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0278?

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

When was CVE-2001-0278 published?

CVE-2001-0278 was published on 2001-05-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-0278

CVE-2001-0278 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Hp Mpe Ix 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: 0% (37th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hp Mpe Ix
Published: 2001-05-03
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Vulnerability in linkeditor in HP MPE/iX 6.5 and earlier allows local users to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0278?: Vulnerability in linkeditor in HP MPE/iX 6.5 and earlier allows local users to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2001-0278?: CVE-2001-0278 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2001-0278 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0278?: CVE-2001-0278 affects Hp Mpe Ix. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0278?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2001-0278 published?: CVE-2001-0278 was published on 2001-05-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:hp:mpe_ix:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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