CVE-2001-1255

Name: CVE-2001-1255
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-10-02T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.61%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-1255 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. WinMySQLadmin 1.1 stores the MySQL password in plain text in the my.ini file, which allows local users to obtain unathorized access the MySQL database.. EPSS estimates a 0.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

WinMySQLadmin 1.1 stores the MySQL password in plain text in the my.ini file, which allows local users to obtain unathorized access the MySQL database.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.61%

44.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mysql	Winmysqladmin	1.1
Oracle	Mysql	3.23

References

http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/217848Vendor Advisory
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7206.phpVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3381
http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/217848Vendor Advisory
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7206.phpVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3381

Timeline

Published: Oct 2, 2001
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-1255?

WinMySQLadmin 1.1 stores the MySQL password in plain text in the my.ini file, which allows local users to obtain unathorized access the MySQL database.

How severe is CVE-2001-1255?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-1255 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1255?

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