CVE-2001-0208: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2001-0208: MicroFocus Cobol 4.1, with the AppTrack feature enabled, installs the mfaslmf directory and the nolicense f...

MicroFocus Cobol 4.1, with the AppTrack feature enabled, installs the mfaslmf directory and the nolicense file with insecure permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges by modifying files.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 04:14 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2001-0208 is a legacy local privilege issue in MicroFocus COBOL 4.1 when AppTrack is enabled. Insecure permissions on the mfaslmf directory and nolicense file may let local users modify files and gain higher privileges. It matters mainly where this old software remains on production or build systems. Exposure is most plausible on legacy hosts running MicroFocus COBOL 4.1 with AppTrack enabled. Internet exposure is not indicated; the described attacker position is local user access. Handle as a legacy-platform exposure review. It is not evidenced as actively exploited, but any remaining affected install on a shared or business-critical system deserves timely validation. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems running MicroFocus COBOL 4.1 and confirm AppTrack usage.; Review current vendor or legacy support guidance for an official fix.; Restrict local access to affected COBOL hosts to trusted administrators..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 09:50 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 9, 2001, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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