CVE-2001-0468

Name: CVE-2001-0468
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-06-27T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.07%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-0468 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in FTPFS allows local users to gain root privileges via a long user name.. EPSS estimates a 1.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in FTPFS allows local users to gain root privileges via a long user name.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.07%

60.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ftpfs	Ftpfs	0.1.1

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-03/0163.htmlExploit, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6234
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2001-03/0163.htmlExploit, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6234

Timeline

Published: Jun 27, 2001
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0468?

Buffer overflow in FTPFS allows local users to gain root privileges via a long user name.

How severe is CVE-2001-0468?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0468 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0468?

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-2001-0468?

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Source: NVD / NIST