How severe is CVE-2002-0384?

CVE-2002-0384 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0384 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0384?

CVE-2002-0384 primarily affects Rob Flynn Gaim. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0384?

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-2002-0384 published?

CVE-2002-0384 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0384

CVE-2002-0384 is a high-severity vulnerability in Rob Flynn Gaim 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% (91st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Rob Flynn Gaim
Published: 2002-10-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Jabber plug-in for Gaim client before 0.58 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0384?: Buffer overflow in Jabber plug-in for Gaim client before 0.58 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2002-0384?: CVE-2002-0384 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0384 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0384?: CVE-2002-0384 primarily affects Rob Flynn Gaim. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0384?: 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-2002-0384 published?: CVE-2002-0384 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:a:rob_flynn:gaim:0.51:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:rob_flynn:gaim:0.52:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:rob_flynn:gaim:0.53:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:rob_flynn:gaim:0.54:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:rob_flynn:gaim:0.55:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:rob_flynn:gaim:0.56:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:rob_flynn:gaim:0.57:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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