CVE-2001-0366

CVE-2001-0366 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sap Sap R 3 Web Application Server Demo with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

saposcol in SAP R/3 Web Application Server Demo before 1.5 trusts the PATH environmental variable to find and execute the expand program, which allows local users to obtain root access by modifying the PATH to point to a Trojan horse expand program.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0366?
saposcol in SAP R/3 Web Application Server Demo before 1.5 trusts the PATH environmental variable to find and execute the expand program, which allows local users to obtain root access by modifying the PATH to point to a Trojan horse expand program.
How severe is CVE-2001-0366?
CVE-2001-0366 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0366 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (42nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0366?
CVE-2001-0366 primarily affects Sap Sap R 3 Web Application Server Demo. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0366?
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-2001-0366 published?
CVE-2001-0366 was published on 2001-06-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)