CVE-2001-1301

CVE-2001-1301 is a low-severity vulnerability in Gnu Emacs with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

rcs2log, as used in Emacs 20.4, xemacs 21.1.10 and other versions before 21.4, and possibly other packages, allows local users to modify files of other users via a symlink attack on a temporary file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1301?
rcs2log, as used in Emacs 20.4, xemacs 21.1.10 and other versions before 21.4, and possibly other packages, allows local users to modify files of other users via a symlink attack on a temporary file.
How severe is CVE-2001-1301?
CVE-2001-1301 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.2, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2001-1301 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1301?
CVE-2001-1301 primarily affects Gnu Emacs. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1301?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2001-1301 published?
CVE-2001-1301 was published on 2001-08-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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