CVE-2001-1540

Name: CVE-2001-1540
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2001-12-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.23%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2001-1540 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IPRoute 0.973, 0.974 and 1.18 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via fragmented IP packets that split the TCP header.. EPSS estimates a 1.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IPRoute 0.973, 0.974 and 1.18 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via fragmented IP packets that split the TCP header.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.23%

65.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
David F. Mischler	Iproute	0.973
David F. Mischler	Iproute	0.974
David F. Mischler	Iproute	1.18

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 31, 2001
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-1540?

IPRoute 0.973, 0.974 and 1.18 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via fragmented IP packets that split the TCP header.

How severe is CVE-2001-1540?

Severity scoring for CVE-2001-1540 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1540?

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-2001-1540?

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Source: NVD / NIST