How severe is CVE-2001-0923?

CVE-2001-0923 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-0923 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (45th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-0923?

CVE-2001-0923 primarily affects Redhat Redhat Package Manager. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0923?

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-2001-0923 published?

CVE-2001-0923 was published on 2001-10-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-0923

CVE-2001-0923 is a high-severity vulnerability in Redhat Redhat Package Manager 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% (45th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Redhat Redhat Package Manager
Published: 2001-10-25
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

RPM Package Manager 4.0.x through 4.0.2.x allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via corrupted data in the RPM file when the file is queried.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0923?: RPM Package Manager 4.0.x through 4.0.2.x allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via corrupted data in the RPM file when the file is queried.
How severe is CVE-2001-0923?: CVE-2001-0923 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0923 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (45th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0923?: CVE-2001-0923 primarily affects Redhat Redhat Package Manager. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0923?: 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-2001-0923 published?: CVE-2001-0923 was published on 2001-10-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:redhat:redhat_package_manager:4.0.2-71:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:redhat:redhat_package_manager:4.0.2-72:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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