CVE-2001-0891

CVE-2001-0891 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sgi Nqsdaemon 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

Description

Format string vulnerability in NQS daemon (nqsdaemon) in NQE 3.3.0.16 for CRAY UNICOS and SGI IRIX allows a local user to gain root privileges by using qsub to submit a batch job whose name contains formatting characters.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0891?
Format string vulnerability in NQS daemon (nqsdaemon) in NQE 3.3.0.16 for CRAY UNICOS and SGI IRIX allows a local user to gain root privileges by using qsub to submit a batch job whose name contains formatting characters.
How severe is CVE-2001-0891?
CVE-2001-0891 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0891 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0891?
CVE-2001-0891 primarily affects Sgi Nqsdaemon. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0891?
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-2001-0891 published?
CVE-2001-0891 was published on 2002-01-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)