CVE-2002-0456

CVE-2002-0456 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Qualcomm Eudora with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Eudora 5.1 and earlier versions stores attachments in a directory with a fixed name, which could make it easier for attackers to exploit vulnerabilities in other software that rely on installing and reading files from directories with known pathnames.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0456?
Eudora 5.1 and earlier versions stores attachments in a directory with a fixed name, which could make it easier for attackers to exploit vulnerabilities in other software that rely on installing and reading files from directories with known pathnames.
How severe is CVE-2002-0456?
CVE-2002-0456 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2002-0456 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0456?
CVE-2002-0456 affects Qualcomm Eudora. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0456?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2002-0456 published?
CVE-2002-0456 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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