CVE-2001-0989

CVE-2001-0989 is a high-severity vulnerability in Richard Everitt Pileup 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

Buffer overflows in Pileup before 1.2 allows local users to gain root privileges via (1) long command line arguments, or (2) a long callsign.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0989?
Buffer overflows in Pileup before 1.2 allows local users to gain root privileges via (1) long command line arguments, or (2) a long callsign.
How severe is CVE-2001-0989?
CVE-2001-0989 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0989 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0989?
CVE-2001-0989 affects Richard Everitt Pileup. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0989?
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-2001-0989 published?
CVE-2001-0989 was published on 2001-07-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)