CVE-2001-0079

Name: CVE-2001-0079
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-02-12T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.52%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-0079 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Support Tools Manager (STM) A.22.00 for HP-UX allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the tool_stat.txt log file.. EPSS estimates a 0.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Support Tools Manager (STM) A.22.00 for HP-UX allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the tool_stat.txt log file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.52%

40.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hp	Support Tools Manager	a.22.00

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-12/0174.htmlExploit, Vendor Advisory
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-12/0174.htmlExploit, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0079?

Support Tools Manager (STM) A.22.00 for HP-UX allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the tool_stat.txt log file.

How severe is CVE-2001-0079?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0079 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0079?

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-2001-0079?

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Source: NVD / NIST