CVE-2001-1498

CVE-2001-1498 is a high-severity vulnerability in Markus Kliegl Mod Bf 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

Description

Buffer overflow in mod_bf 0.2 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a long script.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1498?
Buffer overflow in mod_bf 0.2 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a long script.
How severe is CVE-2001-1498?
CVE-2001-1498 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1498 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-2001-1498?
CVE-2001-1498 affects Markus Kliegl Mod Bf. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1498?
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-2001-1498 published?
CVE-2001-1498 was published on 2001-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)