HIGH
CVE-2001-1042
CWE-59Published: July 2, 2001· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
7.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Transsoft Broker 5.9.5.0 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and directories by uploading a .lnk (link) file that points to the target file.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2001-1042 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
transsoft1 product(s)
broker ftp server
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (6)
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http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/194443Broken Link · Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry · Vendor Advisory
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2960Broken Link · Exploit · Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry · Vendor Advisory
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6760Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
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http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/194443Broken Link · Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry · Vendor Advisory
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2960Broken Link · Exploit · Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry · Vendor Advisory
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6760Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2001-1042
CVSS Score7.5 / 10
SeverityHIGH
WeaknessCWE-59
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJul 2, 2001
Related CVEs (CWE-59)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2001-1042 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.