How severe is CVE-2002-0453?

CVE-2002-0453 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0453 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-2002-0453?

CVE-2002-0453 affects Oblix Netpoint. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0453?

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-2002-0453 published?

CVE-2002-0453 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0453

CVE-2002-0453 is a high-severity vulnerability in Oblix Netpoint 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: 2% (75th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Oblix Netpoint
Published: 2002-08-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The account lockout capability in Oblix NetPoint 5.2 and earlier only locks out users once for the specified lockout period, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct brute force password guessing by waiting until the lockout period ends, then guessing passwords without being locked out again.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0453?: The account lockout capability in Oblix NetPoint 5.2 and earlier only locks out users once for the specified lockout period, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct brute force password guessing by waiting until the lockout period ends, then guessing passwords without being locked out again.
How severe is CVE-2002-0453?: CVE-2002-0453 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0453 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-2002-0453?: CVE-2002-0453 affects Oblix Netpoint. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0453?: 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-2002-0453 published?: CVE-2002-0453 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:oblix:netpoint:5.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*