How severe is CVE-2001-1132?

CVE-2001-1132 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-1132 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-1132?

CVE-2001-1132 affects Gnu Mailman. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1132?

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-2001-1132 published?

CVE-2001-1132 was published on 2001-09-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-1132

CVE-2001-1132 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gnu Mailman 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% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Gnu Mailman
Published: 2001-09-05
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Mailman 2.0.x before 2.0.6 allows remote attackers to gain access to list administrative pages when there is an empty site or list password, which is not properly handled during the call to the crypt function during authentication.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1132?: Mailman 2.0.x before 2.0.6 allows remote attackers to gain access to list administrative pages when there is an empty site or list password, which is not properly handled during the call to the crypt function during authentication.
How severe is CVE-2001-1132?: CVE-2001-1132 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1132 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1132?: CVE-2001-1132 affects Gnu Mailman. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1132?: 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-2001-1132 published?: CVE-2001-1132 was published on 2001-09-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:gnu:mailman:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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