How severe is CVE-2002-0501?

CVE-2002-0501 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0501 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0501?

CVE-2002-0501 affects Posadis. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0501?

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-2002-0501 published?

CVE-2002-0501 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0501

CVE-2002-0501 is a high-severity vulnerability in Posadis 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (66th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Posadis
Published: 2002-08-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in log_print() function of Posadis DNS server before version m5pre2 allows local users and possibly remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format strings that are inserted into logging messages.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0501?: Format string vulnerability in log_print() function of Posadis DNS server before version m5pre2 allows local users and possibly remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format strings that are inserted into logging messages.
How severe is CVE-2002-0501?: CVE-2002-0501 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0501 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0501?: CVE-2002-0501 affects Posadis. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0501?: 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-2002-0501 published?: CVE-2002-0501 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:posadis:posadis:m5pre1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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