CVE-2001-0623

CVE-2001-0623 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Sendfile with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

sendfiled, as included with Simple Asynchronous File Transfer (SAFT), on various Linux systems does not properly drop privileges when sending notification emails, which allows local attackers to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0623?
sendfiled, as included with Simple Asynchronous File Transfer (SAFT), on various Linux systems does not properly drop privileges when sending notification emails, which allows local attackers to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2001-0623?
CVE-2001-0623 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2001-0623 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0623?
CVE-2001-0623 affects Sendfile. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0623?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2001-0623 published?
CVE-2001-0623 was published on 2001-08-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)