CVE-2001-0095

Name: CVE-2001-0095
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-02-12T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.57%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-0095 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. catman in Solaris 2.7 and 2.8 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the sman_PID temporary file.. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

catman in Solaris 2.7 and 2.8 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the sman_PID temporary file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.57%

42.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sun	Sunos	5.7
Sun	Sunos	5.8

References

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0095?

catman in Solaris 2.7 and 2.8 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the sman_PID temporary file.

How severe is CVE-2001-0095?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0095 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0095?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST