PatchTheCVECVE-2001-1272: wmtv 0.6.5 and earlier does not properly drop privileges, which allows local users to execute arbitrary comman
CVE-2001-1272 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.6) affecting wmtv. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
wmtv 0.6.5 and earlier does not properly drop privileges, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via the -e (external command) option.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 4.6 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 68%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2001-12-06 |
| 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
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-2001-1272?
wmtv: upgrade to newer than 0.6.5. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2001-1272 being exploited?
CVE-2001-1272 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-2001-1272 affect?
CVE-2001-1272 affects wmtv. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.6). wmtv 0.6.5 and earlier does not properly drop privileges, which allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via the -e (external command) option.
How urgent is CVE-2001-1272?
Priority 24/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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