CVE-2001-1433

CVE-2001-1433 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cherokee Cherokee Httpd 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

Description

Cherokee web server before 0.2.7 does not properly drop root privileges after binding to port 80, which could allow remote attackers to gain privileges via other vulnerabilities.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1433?
Cherokee web server before 0.2.7 does not properly drop root privileges after binding to port 80, which could allow remote attackers to gain privileges via other vulnerabilities.
How severe is CVE-2001-1433?
CVE-2001-1433 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1433 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1433?
CVE-2001-1433 primarily affects Cherokee Cherokee Httpd. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1433?
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-2001-1433 published?
CVE-2001-1433 was published on 2001-12-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

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