How severe is CVE-2001-0759?

CVE-2001-0759 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-0759 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-0759?

CVE-2001-0759 primarily affects Jetico Bestcrypt. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0759?

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-2001-0759 published?

CVE-2001-0759 was published on 2001-10-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-0759

CVE-2001-0759 is a high-severity vulnerability in Jetico Bestcrypt 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: 1% (68th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Jetico Bestcrypt
Published: 2001-10-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in bctool in Jetico BestCrypt 0.8.1 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a file or directory with a long pathname, which is processed during an unmount.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0759?: Buffer overflow in bctool in Jetico BestCrypt 0.8.1 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a file or directory with a long pathname, which is processed during an unmount.
How severe is CVE-2001-0759?: CVE-2001-0759 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0759 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0759?: CVE-2001-0759 primarily affects Jetico Bestcrypt. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0759?: 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-2001-0759 published?: CVE-2001-0759 was published on 2001-10-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:jetico:bestcrypt:0.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:jetico:bestcrypt:0.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:jetico:bestcrypt:0.8.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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