How severe is CVE-2002-0373?

CVE-2002-0373 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0373 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0373?

CVE-2002-0373 affects Microsoft Windows Media Player. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0373?

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-2002-0373 published?

CVE-2002-0373 was published on 2002-07-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0373

CVE-2002-0373 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Media Player 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: 2% (75th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Windows Media Player
Published: 2002-07-03
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Windows Media Device Manager (WMDM) Service in Microsoft Windows Media Player 7.1 on Windows 2000 systems allows local users to obtain LocalSystem rights via a program that calls the WMDM service to connect to an invalid local storage device, aka "Privilege Elevation through Windows Media Device Manager Service".

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0373?: The Windows Media Device Manager (WMDM) Service in Microsoft Windows Media Player 7.1 on Windows 2000 systems allows local users to obtain LocalSystem rights via a program that calls the WMDM service to connect to an invalid local storage device, aka "Privilege Elevation through Windows Media Device Manager Service".
How severe is CVE-2002-0373?: CVE-2002-0373 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0373 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0373?: CVE-2002-0373 affects Microsoft Windows Media Player. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0373?: 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-2002-0373 published?: CVE-2002-0373 was published on 2002-07-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:windows_media_player:7.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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