How severe is CVE-2001-0842?

CVE-2001-0842 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-0842 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-0842?

CVE-2001-0842 affects Leoboard Lb5000. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0842?

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-2001-0842 published?

CVE-2001-0842 was published on 2001-12-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-0842

CVE-2001-0842 is a high-severity vulnerability in Leoboard Lb5000 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (84th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Leoboard Lb5000
Published: 2001-12-06
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in Search.cgi in Leoboard LB5000 LB5000II 1029 and earlier allows remote attackers to overwrite files and gain privileges via .. (dot dot) sequences in the amembernamecookie cookie.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0842?: Directory traversal vulnerability in Search.cgi in Leoboard LB5000 LB5000II 1029 and earlier allows remote attackers to overwrite files and gain privileges via .. (dot dot) sequences in the amembernamecookie cookie.
How severe is CVE-2001-0842?: CVE-2001-0842 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0842 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0842?: CVE-2001-0842 affects Leoboard Lb5000. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0842?: 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-2001-0842 published?: CVE-2001-0842 was published on 2001-12-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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