How severe is CVE-2002-0374?

CVE-2002-0374 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0374 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-2002-0374?

CVE-2002-0374 affects Padl Software Pam Ldap. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0374?

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-2002-0374 published?

CVE-2002-0374 was published on 2002-05-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0374

CVE-2002-0374 is a high-severity vulnerability in Padl Software Pam Ldap 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: Padl Software Pam Ldap
Published: 2002-05-29
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in the logging function for the pam_ldap PAM LDAP module before version 144 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via format strings in the configuration file name.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0374?: Format string vulnerability in the logging function for the pam_ldap PAM LDAP module before version 144 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via format strings in the configuration file name.
How severe is CVE-2002-0374?: CVE-2002-0374 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0374 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-2002-0374?: CVE-2002-0374 affects Padl Software Pam Ldap. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0374?: 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-2002-0374 published?: CVE-2002-0374 was published on 2002-05-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:padl_software:pam_ldap:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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