CVE-2001-1439

Name: CVE-2001-1439
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-02-16T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.57%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-1439 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the text editor functionality in HP-UX 10.01 through 11.04 on HP9000 Series 700 and Series 800 allows local users to cause a denial of service ("system availability") via text editors such as (1) e, (2) ex, (3) vi, (4) edit, (5) view, and (6) vedit.. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in the text editor functionality in HP-UX 10.01 through 11.04 on HP9000 Series 700 and Series 800 allows local users to cause a denial of service ("system availability") via text editors such as (1) e, (2) ex, (3) vi, (4) edit, (5) view, and (6) vedit.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.57%

43.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hp	Hp-Ux	10.01
Hp	Hp-Ux	10.10
Hp	Hp-Ux	10.20
Hp	Hp-Ux	10.24
Hp	Hp-Ux	11.00
Hp	Hp-Ux	11.04

References

http://www.auscert.org.au/render.html?it=1176Patch
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/268848Patch, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/163910Patch
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6111
http://www.auscert.org.au/render.html?it=1176Patch
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/268848Patch, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/163910Patch
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6111

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-1439?

How severe is CVE-2001-1439?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-1439 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1439?

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