How severe is CVE-2002-0522?

CVE-2002-0522 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0522 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0522?

CVE-2002-0522 primarily affects Asp-nuke. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0522?

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-2002-0522 published?

CVE-2002-0522 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0522

CVE-2002-0522 is a high-severity vulnerability in Asp-nuke with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (74th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Asp-nuke
Published: 2002-08-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

ASP-Nuke RC2 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain privileges by modifying the "pseudo" cookie.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0522?: ASP-Nuke RC2 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain privileges by modifying the "pseudo" cookie.
How severe is CVE-2002-0522?: CVE-2002-0522 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0522 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0522?: CVE-2002-0522 primarily affects Asp-nuke. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0522?: 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-2002-0522 published?: CVE-2002-0522 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:asp-nuke:asp-nuke:rc1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:asp-nuke:asp-nuke:rc2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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