How severe is CVE-2002-0578?

CVE-2002-0578 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0578 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0578?

CVE-2002-0578 affects Aci 4d Webserver. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0578?

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-2002-0578 published?

CVE-2002-0578 was published on 2002-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0578

CVE-2002-0578 is a high-severity vulnerability in Aci 4d Webserver 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: 4% (88th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Aci 4d Webserver
Published: 2002-06-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in 4D WebServer 6.7.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via an HTTP request with Basic Authentication containing a long (1) user name or (2) password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0578?: Buffer overflow in 4D WebServer 6.7.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via an HTTP request with Basic Authentication containing a long (1) user name or (2) password.
How severe is CVE-2002-0578?: CVE-2002-0578 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0578 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0578?: CVE-2002-0578 affects Aci 4d Webserver. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0578?: 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-2002-0578 published?: CVE-2002-0578 was published on 2002-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:aci:4d_webserver:6.5.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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