CVE-2001-0591

CVE-2001-0591 is a high-severity vulnerability in Oracle Application Server 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

Directory traversal vulnerability in Oracle JSP 1.0.x through 1.1.1 and Oracle 8.1.7 iAS Release 1.0.2 can allow a remote attacker to read or execute arbitrary .jsp files via a '..' (dot dot) attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0591?
Directory traversal vulnerability in Oracle JSP 1.0.x through 1.1.1 and Oracle 8.1.7 iAS Release 1.0.2 can allow a remote attacker to read or execute arbitrary .jsp files via a '..' (dot dot) attack.
How severe is CVE-2001-0591?
CVE-2001-0591 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0591 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0591?
CVE-2001-0591 primarily affects Oracle Application Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0591?
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-2001-0591 published?
CVE-2001-0591 was published on 2001-08-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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