CVE-2002-0516

CVE-2002-0516 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Squirrelmail with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 11% places it in the 95th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

SquirrelMail 1.2.5 and earlier allows authenticated SquirrelMail users to execute arbitrary commands by modifying the THEME variable in a cookie.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0516?
SquirrelMail 1.2.5 and earlier allows authenticated SquirrelMail users to execute arbitrary commands by modifying the THEME variable in a cookie.
How severe is CVE-2002-0516?
CVE-2002-0516 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2002-0516 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 11% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0516?
CVE-2002-0516 primarily affects Squirrelmail. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0516?
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-2002-0516 published?
CVE-2002-0516 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

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