How severe is CVE-2002-0332?

CVE-2002-0332 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0332 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0332?

CVE-2002-0332 primarily affects Xtell. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0332?

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-2002-0332 published?

CVE-2002-0332 was published on 2002-06-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0332

CVE-2002-0332 is a high-severity vulnerability in Xtell 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: 5% (92nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Xtell
Published: 2002-06-25
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflows in xtell (xtelld) 1.91.1 and earlier, and 2.x before 2.7, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long DNS hostname that is determined using reverse DNS lookups, (2) a long AUTH string, or (3) certain data in the xtell request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0332?: Buffer overflows in xtell (xtelld) 1.91.1 and earlier, and 2.x before 2.7, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long DNS hostname that is determined using reverse DNS lookups, (2) a long AUTH string, or (3) certain data in the xtell request.
How severe is CVE-2002-0332?: CVE-2002-0332 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0332 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0332?: CVE-2002-0332 primarily affects Xtell. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0332?: 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-2002-0332 published?: CVE-2002-0332 was published on 2002-06-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:xtell:xtell:1.91.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:xtell:xtell:2.6.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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