CVE-2001-0687

Name: CVE-2001-0687
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-09-20T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.70%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-0687 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Broker FTP server 5.9.5 for Windows NT and 9x allows a remote attacker to retrieve privileged web server system information by (1) issuing a CD command (CD C:) followed by the LS command, (2) specifying arbitrary paths in the UNC format (\\computername\sharename).. EPSS estimates a 1.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Broker FTP server 5.9.5 for Windows NT and 9x allows a remote attacker to retrieve privileged web server system information by (1) issuing a CD command (CD C:) followed by the LS command, (2) specifying arbitrary paths in the UNC format (\\computername\sharename).

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.70%

74.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Transsoft	Broker Ftp Server	<= 5.9.5.0
Transsoft	Broker Ftp Server	4.0
Transsoft	Broker Ftp Server	4.7.5.0
Transsoft	Broker Ftp Server	5.0
Transsoft	Broker Ftp Server	5.1

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/190032Exploit, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2853Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6674
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/190032Exploit, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2853Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6674

Timeline

Published: Sep 20, 2001
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0687?

How severe is CVE-2001-0687?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0687 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0687?

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