CVE-2002-0537

CVE-2002-0537 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Stepweb Sws 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

The admin.html file in StepWeb Search Engine (SWS) 2.5 stores passwords in links to manager.pl, which allows remote attackers who can access the admin.html file to gain administrative privileges to SWS.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0537?
The admin.html file in StepWeb Search Engine (SWS) 2.5 stores passwords in links to manager.pl, which allows remote attackers who can access the admin.html file to gain administrative privileges to SWS.
How severe is CVE-2002-0537?
CVE-2002-0537 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2002-0537 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0537?
CVE-2002-0537 affects Stepweb Sws. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0537?
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-2002-0537 published?
CVE-2002-0537 was published on 2002-07-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)