How severe is CVE-2002-0268?

CVE-2002-0268 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0268 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0268?

CVE-2002-0268 affects Identix Biologon. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0268?

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-2002-0268 published?

CVE-2002-0268 was published on 2002-05-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0268

CVE-2002-0268 is a high-severity vulnerability in Identix Biologon 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (34th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Identix Biologon
Published: 2002-05-29
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Identix BioLogon 3 allows users with physical access to the system to gain administrative privileges by using CTRL-ALT-DEL and running a "Browse" function, which runs Explorer with SYSTEM privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0268?: Identix BioLogon 3 allows users with physical access to the system to gain administrative privileges by using CTRL-ALT-DEL and running a "Browse" function, which runs Explorer with SYSTEM privileges.
How severe is CVE-2002-0268?: CVE-2002-0268 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0268 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0268?: CVE-2002-0268 affects Identix Biologon. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0268?: 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-2002-0268 published?: CVE-2002-0268 was published on 2002-05-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:identix:biologon:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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