CVE-2001-0527

CVE-2001-0527 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Dcscripts Dcforum with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

DCScripts DCForum versions 2000 and earlier allow a remote attacker to gain additional privileges by inserting pipe symbols (|) and newlines into the last name in the registration form, which will create an extra entry in the registration database.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0527?
DCScripts DCForum versions 2000 and earlier allow a remote attacker to gain additional privileges by inserting pipe symbols (|) and newlines into the last name in the registration form, which will create an extra entry in the registration database.
How severe is CVE-2001-0527?
CVE-2001-0527 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2001-0527 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0527?
CVE-2001-0527 primarily affects Dcscripts Dcforum. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0527?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2001-0527 published?
CVE-2001-0527 was published on 2001-08-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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