CVE-2001-0272

Name: CVE-2001-0272
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-05-03T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.11%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-0272 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in sendtemp.pl in W3.org Anaya Web development server allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) attack in the templ parameter.. EPSS estimates a 3.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in sendtemp.pl in W3.org Anaya Web development server allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) attack in the templ parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.11%

86.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
W3.Org	Sendtemp.Pl	All versions

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-02/0259.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-02/0259.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 3, 2001
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0272?

Directory traversal vulnerability in sendtemp.pl in W3.org Anaya Web development server allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) attack in the templ parameter.

How severe is CVE-2001-0272?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0272 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0272?

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