CVE-2001-1022

CVE-2001-1022 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gnu Groff with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 11% places it in the 95th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Format string vulnerability in pic utility in groff 1.16.1 and other versions, and jgroff before 1.15, allows remote attackers to bypass the -S option and execute arbitrary commands via format string specifiers in the plot command.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1022?
Format string vulnerability in pic utility in groff 1.16.1 and other versions, and jgroff before 1.15, allows remote attackers to bypass the -S option and execute arbitrary commands via format string specifiers in the plot command.
How severe is CVE-2001-1022?
CVE-2001-1022 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1022 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 11% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1022?
CVE-2001-1022 primarily affects Gnu Groff. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1022?
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-2001-1022 published?
CVE-2001-1022 was published on 2001-07-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

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