CVE-2002-0480

CVE-2002-0480 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Iss Realsecure Nokia with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

ISS RealSecure for Nokia devices before IPSO build 6.0.2001.141d is configured to allow a user "skank" on a machine "starscream" to become a key manager when the "first time connection" feature is enabled and before any legitimate administrators have connected, which could allow remote attackers to gain access to the device during installation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0480?
ISS RealSecure for Nokia devices before IPSO build 6.0.2001.141d is configured to allow a user "skank" on a machine "starscream" to become a key manager when the "first time connection" feature is enabled and before any legitimate administrators have connected, which could allow remote attackers to gain access to the device during installation.
How severe is CVE-2002-0480?
CVE-2002-0480 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2002-0480 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0480?
CVE-2002-0480 affects Iss Realsecure Nokia. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0480?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2002-0480 published?
CVE-2002-0480 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)