How severe is CVE-2001-1123?

CVE-2001-1123 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-1123 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (51st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-1123?

CVE-2001-1123 primarily affects Hp Openview Network Node Manager. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1123?

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-2001-1123 published?

CVE-2001-1123 was published on 2001-10-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-1123

CVE-2001-1123 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Openview Network Node 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% (51st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hp Openview Network Node Manager
Published: 2001-10-01
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Vulnerability in Network Node Manager (NNM) 6.2 and earlier in HP OpenView allows a local user to execute arbitrary code, possibly via a buffer overflow in a long hostname or object ID.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1123?: Vulnerability in Network Node Manager (NNM) 6.2 and earlier in HP OpenView allows a local user to execute arbitrary code, possibly via a buffer overflow in a long hostname or object ID.
How severe is CVE-2001-1123?: CVE-2001-1123 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1123 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (51st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1123?: CVE-2001-1123 primarily affects Hp Openview Network Node Manager. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1123?: 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-2001-1123 published?: CVE-2001-1123 was published on 2001-10-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:hp:openview_network_node_manager:5.01:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:openview_network_node_manager:6.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:openview_network_node_manager:6.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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