CVE-2001-0416

CVE-2001-0416 is a low-severity vulnerability in Debian Sgml-tools with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

sgml-tools (aka sgmltools) before 1.0.9-15 creates temporary files with insecure permissions, which allows other users to read files that are being processed by sgml-tools.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0416?
sgml-tools (aka sgmltools) before 1.0.9-15 creates temporary files with insecure permissions, which allows other users to read files that are being processed by sgml-tools.
How severe is CVE-2001-0416?
CVE-2001-0416 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2001-0416 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (35th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0416?
CVE-2001-0416 primarily affects Debian Sgml-tools. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0416?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2001-0416 published?
CVE-2001-0416 was published on 2001-06-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)