How severe is CVE-2002-0264?

CVE-2002-0264 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0264 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0264?

CVE-2002-0264 primarily affects Cooolsoft Powerftp. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0264?

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-2002-0264 published?

CVE-2002-0264 was published on 2002-05-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0264

CVE-2002-0264 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cooolsoft Powerftp with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (76th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cooolsoft Powerftp
Published: 2002-05-29
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

PowerFTP Personal FTP Server 2.03 through 2.10 stores sensitive account information in plaintext in the ftpserver.ini file, which allows attackers with access to the file to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0264?: PowerFTP Personal FTP Server 2.03 through 2.10 stores sensitive account information in plaintext in the ftpserver.ini file, which allows attackers with access to the file to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2002-0264?: CVE-2002-0264 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0264 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0264?: CVE-2002-0264 primarily affects Cooolsoft Powerftp. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0264?: 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-2002-0264 published?: CVE-2002-0264 was published on 2002-05-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:cooolsoft:powerftp:2.03:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cooolsoft:powerftp:2.10:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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