How severe is CVE-2001-1175?

CVE-2001-1175 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-1175 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-1175?

CVE-2001-1175 primarily affects Andries Brouwer Util-linux. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1175?

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-2001-1175 published?

CVE-2001-1175 was published on 2002-04-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-1175

CVE-2001-1175 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (34th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Andries Brouwer Util-linux
Published: 2002-04-01
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

vipw in the util-linux package before 2.10 causes /etc/shadow to be world-readable in some cases, which would make it easier for local users to perform brute force password guessing.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1175?: vipw in the util-linux package before 2.10 causes /etc/shadow to be world-readable in some cases, which would make it easier for local users to perform brute force password guessing.
How severe is CVE-2001-1175?: CVE-2001-1175 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1175 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1175?: CVE-2001-1175 primarily affects Andries Brouwer Util-linux. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1175?: 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-2001-1175 published?: CVE-2001-1175 was published on 2002-04-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:andries_brouwer:util-linux:2.10s:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:andries_brouwer:util-linux:2.11d:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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