How severe is CVE-2002-0376?

CVE-2002-0376 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0376 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-2002-0376?

CVE-2002-0376 affects Apple Quicktime. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0376?

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-2002-0376 published?

CVE-2002-0376 was published on 2002-09-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0376

CVE-2002-0376 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Quicktime 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: Apple Quicktime
Published: 2002-09-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime 5.0 ActiveX component allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long pluginspage field.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0376?: Buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime 5.0 ActiveX component allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long pluginspage field.
How severe is CVE-2002-0376?: CVE-2002-0376 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0376 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-2002-0376?: CVE-2002-0376 affects Apple Quicktime. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0376?: 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-2002-0376 published?: CVE-2002-0376 was published on 2002-09-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:apple:quicktime:5.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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