PatchTheCVECVE-2001-0898: Opera 6.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to access sensitive information such as cookies and links for ot
CVE-2001-0898 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.0) affecting opera web browser. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Opera 6.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to access sensitive information such as cookies and links for other domains via Javascript that uses setTimeout to (1) access data after a new window to the domain has been opened or (2) access data via about:cache.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.0 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 3.1% (top 12%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2001-11-15 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
- Exploit-DB: Opera 5.0/5.1 - Same Origin Policy Circumvention
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2001-0898?
opera web browser: upgrade to newer than 6.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2001-0898 being exploited?
CVE-2001-0898 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2001-0898 affect?
CVE-2001-0898 affects opera web browser. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.0). Opera 6.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to access sensitive information such as cookies and links for other domains via Javascript that uses setTimeout to (1) access data after a new window to the domain has been opened or (2) access
How urgent is CVE-2001-0898?
Priority 44/100. Public exploit reference
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