How severe is CVE-2011-0765?

CVE-2011-0765 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2011-0765 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2011-0765?

CVE-2011-0765 primarily affects Pwhois Layer Four Traceroute. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2011-0765?

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-2011-0765 published?

CVE-2011-0765 was published on 2011-04-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2011-0765

CVE-2011-0765 is a high-severity vulnerability in Pwhois Layer Four Traceroute 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (31st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Pwhois Layer Four Traceroute
Published: 2011-04-10
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in lft in pWhois Layer Four Traceroute (LFT) 3.x before 3.3 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted command line.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-0765?: Unspecified vulnerability in lft in pWhois Layer Four Traceroute (LFT) 3.x before 3.3 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted command line.
How severe is CVE-2011-0765?: CVE-2011-0765 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2011-0765 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-0765?: CVE-2011-0765 primarily affects Pwhois Layer Four Traceroute. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0765?: 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-2011-0765 published?: CVE-2011-0765 was published on 2011-04-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:pwhois:layer_four_traceroute:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:pwhois:layer_four_traceroute:3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:pwhois:layer_four_traceroute:3.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*