How severe is CVE-2002-0388?

CVE-2002-0388 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0388 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0388?

CVE-2002-0388 affects Gnu Mailman. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0388?

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-2002-0388 published?

CVE-2002-0388 was published on 2002-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0388

CVE-2002-0388 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gnu Mailman 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: 6% (93rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Gnu Mailman
Published: 2002-06-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Cross-site scripting vulnerabilities in Mailman before 2.0.11 allow remote attackers to execute script via (1) the admin login page, or (2) the Pipermail index summaries.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0388?: Cross-site scripting vulnerabilities in Mailman before 2.0.11 allow remote attackers to execute script via (1) the admin login page, or (2) the Pipermail index summaries.
How severe is CVE-2002-0388?: CVE-2002-0388 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0388 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0388?: CVE-2002-0388 affects Gnu Mailman. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0388?: 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-2002-0388 published?: CVE-2002-0388 was published on 2002-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:gnu:mailman:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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