How severe is CVE-2001-1058?

CVE-2001-1058 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-1058 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-1058?

CVE-2001-1058 primarily affects Wolfram Research Mathematica. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1058?

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-2001-1058 published?

CVE-2001-1058 was published on 2002-02-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-1058

CVE-2001-1058 is a high-severity vulnerability in Wolfram Research Mathematica 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: 2% (73rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Wolfram Research Mathematica
Published: 2002-02-13
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The License Manager (mathlm) for Mathematica 4.0 and 4.1 allows remote attackers to bypass access control (specified by the -restrict argument) and steal a license via a client request that includes the name of a host that is allowed to obtain the license.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1058?: The License Manager (mathlm) for Mathematica 4.0 and 4.1 allows remote attackers to bypass access control (specified by the -restrict argument) and steal a license via a client request that includes the name of a host that is allowed to obtain the license.
How severe is CVE-2001-1058?: CVE-2001-1058 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1058 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1058?: CVE-2001-1058 primarily affects Wolfram Research Mathematica. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1058?: 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-2001-1058 published?: CVE-2001-1058 was published on 2002-02-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:wolfram_research:mathematica:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:wolfram_research:mathematica:4.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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