How severe is CVE-2002-0340?

CVE-2002-0340 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0340 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0340?

CVE-2002-0340 affects Microsoft Windows Media Player. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0340?

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-2002-0340 published?

CVE-2002-0340 was published on 2002-06-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0340

CVE-2002-0340 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Media Player 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: 4% (89th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Windows Media Player
Published: 2002-06-25
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Windows Media Player (WMP) 8.00.00.4477, and possibly other versions, automatically detects and executes .wmf and other content, even when the file's extension or content type does not specify .wmf, which could make it easier for attackers to conduct unauthorized activities via Trojan horse files containing .wmf content.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0340?: Windows Media Player (WMP) 8.00.00.4477, and possibly other versions, automatically detects and executes .wmf and other content, even when the file's extension or content type does not specify .wmf, which could make it easier for attackers to conduct unauthorized activities via Trojan horse files containing .wmf content.
How severe is CVE-2002-0340?: CVE-2002-0340 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0340 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0340?: CVE-2002-0340 affects Microsoft Windows Media Player. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0340?: 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-2002-0340 published?: CVE-2002-0340 was published on 2002-06-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=101447771102582&w=2

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:windows_media_player:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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