CVE-2002-0479

CVE-2002-0479 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gravity Storm Software Service Pack Manager 2000 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Gravity Storm Service Pack Manager 2000 creates a hidden share (SPM2000c$) mapped to the C drive, which may allow local users to bypass access restrictions on certain directories in the C drive, such as system32, by accessing them through the hidden share.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0479?
Gravity Storm Service Pack Manager 2000 creates a hidden share (SPM2000c$) mapped to the C drive, which may allow local users to bypass access restrictions on certain directories in the C drive, such as system32, by accessing them through the hidden share.
How severe is CVE-2002-0479?
CVE-2002-0479 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0479 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0479?
CVE-2002-0479 primarily affects Gravity Storm Software Service Pack Manager 2000. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0479?
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-2002-0479 published?
CVE-2002-0479 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)