How severe is CVE-2001-0987?

CVE-2001-0987 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-0987 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-0987?

CVE-2001-0987 affects Nathan Neulinger Cgiwrap. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0987?

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-2001-0987 published?

CVE-2001-0987 was published on 2001-07-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-0987

CVE-2001-0987 is a high-severity vulnerability in Nathan Neulinger Cgiwrap 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% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Nathan Neulinger Cgiwrap
Published: 2001-07-22
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in CGIWrap before 3.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Javascript on other web clients by causing the Javascript to be inserted into error messages that are generated by CGIWrap.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0987?: Cross-site scripting vulnerability in CGIWrap before 3.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Javascript on other web clients by causing the Javascript to be inserted into error messages that are generated by CGIWrap.
How severe is CVE-2001-0987?: CVE-2001-0987 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0987 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0987?: CVE-2001-0987 affects Nathan Neulinger Cgiwrap. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0987?: 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-2001-0987 published?: CVE-2001-0987 was published on 2001-07-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:nathan_neulinger:cgiwrap:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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