CVE-2001-0232

Name: CVE-2001-0232
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-03-26T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.44%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-0232 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. newsdesk.cgi in News Desk 1.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via shell metacharacters.. EPSS estimates a 1.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

newsdesk.cgi in News Desk 1.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via shell metacharacters.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.44%

69.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibrow	News Desk	1.2

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-01/0042.htmlExploit, Vendor Advisory
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-01/0042.htmlExploit, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 26, 2001
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0232?

newsdesk.cgi in News Desk 1.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via shell metacharacters.

How severe is CVE-2001-0232?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0232 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0232?

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-2001-0232?

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Source: NVD / NIST