CVE-2001-0398

CVE-2001-0398 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ritlabs The Bat 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

Description

The BAT! mail client allows remote attackers to bypass user warnings of an executable attachment and execute arbitrary commands via an attachment whose file name contains many spaces, which also causes the BAT! to misrepresent the attachment's type with a different icon.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0398?
The BAT! mail client allows remote attackers to bypass user warnings of an executable attachment and execute arbitrary commands via an attachment whose file name contains many spaces, which also causes the BAT! to misrepresent the attachment's type with a different icon.
How severe is CVE-2001-0398?
CVE-2001-0398 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0398 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0398?
CVE-2001-0398 primarily affects Ritlabs The Bat. In total, 40 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0398?
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-2001-0398 published?
CVE-2001-0398 was published on 2001-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (40)

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