How severe is CVE-2001-0836?

CVE-2001-0836 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-0836 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 15% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-0836?

CVE-2001-0836 affects Oracle Application Server Web Cache. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0836?

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-2001-0836 published?

CVE-2001-0836 was published on 2001-12-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-0836

CVE-2001-0836 is a high-severity vulnerability in Oracle Application Server Web Cache with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 15% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 15% (96th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Oracle Application Server Web Cache
Published: 2001-12-06
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Oracle9iAS Web Cache 2.0.0.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP GET request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0836?: Buffer overflow in Oracle9iAS Web Cache 2.0.0.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP GET request.
How severe is CVE-2001-0836?: CVE-2001-0836 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0836 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 15% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0836?: CVE-2001-0836 affects Oracle Application Server Web Cache. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0836?: 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-2001-0836 published?: CVE-2001-0836 was published on 2001-12-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:oracle:application_server_web_cache:2.0.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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