How severe is CVE-2001-1495?

CVE-2001-1495 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-1495 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-1495?

CVE-2001-1495 primarily affects Freshmeat Network Query Tool. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1495?

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-2001-1495 published?

CVE-2001-1495 was published on 2001-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-1495

CVE-2001-1495 is a high-severity vulnerability in Freshmeat Network Query Tool 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: 2% (79th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Freshmeat Network Query Tool
Published: 2001-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

network_query.php in Network Query Tool 1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the target parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1495?: network_query.php in Network Query Tool 1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the target parameter.
How severe is CVE-2001-1495?: CVE-2001-1495 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1495 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1495?: CVE-2001-1495 primarily affects Freshmeat Network Query Tool. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1495?: 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-2001-1495 published?: CVE-2001-1495 was published on 2001-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:freshmeat:network_query_tool:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:freshmeat:network_query_tool_phpnuke:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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