CVE-2002-0096

CVE-2002-0096 is a high-severity vulnerability in Geeklog with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The installation of Geeklog 1.3 creates an extra group_assignments record which is not properly deleted, which causes the first newly created user to be added to the GroupAdmin and UserAdmin groups, which could provide that user with administrative privileges that were not intended.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0096?
The installation of Geeklog 1.3 creates an extra group_assignments record which is not properly deleted, which causes the first newly created user to be added to the GroupAdmin and UserAdmin groups, which could provide that user with administrative privileges that were not intended.
How severe is CVE-2002-0096?
CVE-2002-0096 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0096 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0096?
CVE-2002-0096 affects Geeklog. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0096?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2002-0096 published?
CVE-2002-0096 was published on 2002-03-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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