CVE-2001-0762

CVE-2001-0762 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Su-wrapper 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

Buffer overflow in su-wrapper 1.1.1 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long first argument.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0762?
Buffer overflow in su-wrapper 1.1.1 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long first argument.
How severe is CVE-2001-0762?
CVE-2001-0762 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2001-0762 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (54th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0762?
CVE-2001-0762 affects Su-wrapper. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0762?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2001-0762 published?
CVE-2001-0762 was published on 2001-10-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)