How severe is CVE-2001-1215?

CVE-2001-1215 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-1215 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-1215?

CVE-2001-1215 primarily affects Michael Baumer Pfinger. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1215?

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-2001-1215 published?

CVE-2001-1215 was published on 2001-12-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-1215

CVE-2001-1215 is a high-severity vulnerability in Michael Baumer Pfinger 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% (84th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Michael Baumer Pfinger
Published: 2001-12-20
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in PFinger 0.7.5 through 0.7.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a .plan file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1215?: Format string vulnerability in PFinger 0.7.5 through 0.7.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a .plan file.
How severe is CVE-2001-1215?: CVE-2001-1215 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1215 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1215?: CVE-2001-1215 primarily affects Michael Baumer Pfinger. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1215?: 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-2001-1215 published?: CVE-2001-1215 was published on 2001-12-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:michael_baumer:pfinger:0.7.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:michael_baumer:pfinger:0.7.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:michael_baumer:pfinger:0.7.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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