How severe is CVE-2002-0586?

CVE-2002-0586 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0586 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0586?

CVE-2002-0586 primarily affects Aol Aol Server. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0586?

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-2002-0586 published?

CVE-2002-0586 was published on 2002-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0586

CVE-2002-0586 is a high-severity vulnerability in Aol Aol Server 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: 3% (85th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Aol Aol Server
Published: 2002-06-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in Ns_PdLog function for the external database driver proxy daemon library (libnspd.a) of AOLServer 3.0 through 3.4.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the Error or Notice parameters.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0586?: Format string vulnerability in Ns_PdLog function for the external database driver proxy daemon library (libnspd.a) of AOLServer 3.0 through 3.4.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the Error or Notice parameters.
How severe is CVE-2002-0586?: CVE-2002-0586 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0586 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0586?: CVE-2002-0586 primarily affects Aol Aol Server. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0586?: 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-2002-0586 published?: CVE-2002-0586 was published on 2002-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (9)

cpe:2.3:a:aol:aol_server:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:aol:aol_server:3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:aol:aol_server:3.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:aol:aol_server:3.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:aol:aol_server:3.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:aol:aol_server:3.3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:aol:aol_server:3.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:aol:aol_server:3.4.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:aol:aol_server:3.4.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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