CVE-2001-0476

CVE-2001-0476 is a high-severity vulnerability in Swsoft Aspseek 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

Multiple buffer overflows in s.cgi program in Aspseek search engine 1.03 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via (1) a long HTTP query string, or (2) a long tmpl parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0476?
Multiple buffer overflows in s.cgi program in Aspseek search engine 1.03 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via (1) a long HTTP query string, or (2) a long tmpl parameter.
How severe is CVE-2001-0476?
CVE-2001-0476 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0476 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0476?
CVE-2001-0476 primarily affects Swsoft Aspseek. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0476?
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-2001-0476 published?
CVE-2001-0476 was published on 2001-06-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)