How severe is CVE-2001-0479?

CVE-2001-0479 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-0479 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-0479?

CVE-2001-0479 primarily affects Phppgadmin. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0479?

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-2001-0479 published?

CVE-2001-0479 was published on 2001-06-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-0479

CVE-2001-0479 is a high-severity vulnerability in Phppgadmin 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (92nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Phppgadmin
Published: 2001-06-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in phpPgAdmin 2.2.1 and earlier versions allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .. (dot dot) in an argument to the sql.php script.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0479?: Directory traversal vulnerability in phpPgAdmin 2.2.1 and earlier versions allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .. (dot dot) in an argument to the sql.php script.
How severe is CVE-2001-0479?: CVE-2001-0479 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0479 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0479?: CVE-2001-0479 primarily affects Phppgadmin. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0479?: 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-2001-0479 published?: CVE-2001-0479 was published on 2001-06-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:phppgadmin:phppgadmin:2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phppgadmin:phppgadmin:2.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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