CVE-2001-1138

CVE-2001-1138 is a high-severity vulnerability in Randy Parker Power Up Html with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 10% places it in the 95th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in r.pl (aka r.cgi) of Randy Parker Power Up HTML 0.8033beta allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and possibly execute arbitrary code via a .. (dot dot) in the FILE parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1138?
Directory traversal vulnerability in r.pl (aka r.cgi) of Randy Parker Power Up HTML 0.8033beta allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and possibly execute arbitrary code via a .. (dot dot) in the FILE parameter.
How severe is CVE-2001-1138?
CVE-2001-1138 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1138 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1138?
CVE-2001-1138 affects Randy Parker Power Up Html. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1138?
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-2001-1138 published?
CVE-2001-1138 was published on 2001-09-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)