CVE-2001-1147

CVE-2001-1147 is a high-severity vulnerability in Andries Brouwer Util-linux 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

Description

The PAM implementation in /bin/login of the util-linux package before 2.11 causes a password entry to be rewritten across multiple PAM calls, which could provide the credentials of one user to a different user, when used in certain PAM modules such as pam_limits.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1147?
The PAM implementation in /bin/login of the util-linux package before 2.11 causes a password entry to be rewritten across multiple PAM calls, which could provide the credentials of one user to a different user, when used in certain PAM modules such as pam_limits.
How severe is CVE-2001-1147?
CVE-2001-1147 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1147 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (35th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1147?
CVE-2001-1147 primarily affects Andries Brouwer Util-linux. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1147?
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-2001-1147 published?
CVE-2001-1147 was published on 2001-10-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

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