CVE-2001-0069

Name: CVE-2001-0069
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-02-12T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.40%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-0069 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. dialog before 0.9a-20000118-3bis in Debian GNU/Linux allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

dialog before 0.9a-20000118-3bis in Debian GNU/Linux allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.40%

32.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Debian	Debian Linux	2.2

References

http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20001225Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2151Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5809
http://www.debian.org/security/2000/20001225Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2151Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5809

Timeline

Published: Feb 12, 2001
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0069?

dialog before 0.9a-20000118-3bis in Debian GNU/Linux allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.

How severe is CVE-2001-0069?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0069 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0069?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2001-0069?

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Source: NVD / NIST