CVE-2001-0420

Name: CVE-2001-0420
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-06-18T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.40%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-0420 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in talkback.cgi program allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the article parameter.. EPSS estimates a 3.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in talkback.cgi program allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the article parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.40%

87.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Way To The Web	Talkback	1.1

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-04/0128.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2547Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-04/0128.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2547Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 18, 2001
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0420?

Directory traversal vulnerability in talkback.cgi program allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the article parameter.

How severe is CVE-2001-0420?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0420 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0420?

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-2001-0420?

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Source: NVD / NIST