How severe is CVE-2001-0739?

CVE-2001-0739 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-0739 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-0739?

CVE-2001-0739 affects Engardelinux Secure Linux. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0739?

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-2001-0739 published?

CVE-2001-0739 was published on 2001-10-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-0739

CVE-2001-0739 is a high-severity vulnerability in Engardelinux Secure Linux with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (31st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Engardelinux Secure Linux
Published: 2001-10-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Guardian Digital WebTool in EnGarde Secure Linux 1.0.1 allows restarted services to inherit some environmental variables, which could allow local users to gain root privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0739?: Guardian Digital WebTool in EnGarde Secure Linux 1.0.1 allows restarted services to inherit some environmental variables, which could allow local users to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2001-0739?: CVE-2001-0739 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0739 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0739?: CVE-2001-0739 affects Engardelinux Secure Linux. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0739?: 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-2001-0739 published?: CVE-2001-0739 was published on 2001-10-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:engardelinux:secure_linux:1.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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