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CVE-2001-0591

First published: Wed Aug 22 2001(Updated: )

Directory traversal vulnerability in Oracle JSP 1.0.x through 1.1.1 and Oracle 8.1.7 iAS Release 1.0.2 can allow a remote attacker to read or execute arbitrary .jsp files via a '..' (dot dot) attack.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Oracle Java System Application Server=1.0.2
Oracle JSP<=1.1.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2001-0591?

    CVE-2001-0591 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow attackers to read or execute arbitrary .jsp files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2001-0591?

    To fix CVE-2001-0591, update to a version of Oracle JSP or Oracle Application Server that is beyond 1.1.1 or version 1.0.2, respectively.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2001-0591?

    CVE-2001-0591 affects Oracle JSP versions 1.0.x through 1.1.1 and Oracle Application Server version 1.0.2.

  • Can CVE-2001-0591 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2001-0591 can be exploited remotely by using a directory traversal attack to access sensitive files.

  • What type of attack is associated with CVE-2001-0591?

    CVE-2001-0591 is associated with a directory traversal attack, which uses '..' sequences to access unauthorized file paths.

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