How severe is CVE-2002-0589?

CVE-2002-0589 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0589 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 7% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0589?

CVE-2002-0589 primarily affects Steve Korbett Pvote. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0589?

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-2002-0589 published?

CVE-2002-0589 was published on 2002-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0589

CVE-2002-0589 is a high-severity vulnerability in Steve Korbett Pvote 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: 7% (93rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Steve Korbett Pvote
Published: 2002-06-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

PVote before 1.9 allows remote attackers to change the administrative password and gain privileges by directly calling ch_info.php with the newpass and confirm parameters both set to the new password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0589?: PVote before 1.9 allows remote attackers to change the administrative password and gain privileges by directly calling ch_info.php with the newpass and confirm parameters both set to the new password.
How severe is CVE-2002-0589?: CVE-2002-0589 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0589 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 7% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0589?: CVE-2002-0589 primarily affects Steve Korbett Pvote. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0589?: 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-2002-0589 published?: CVE-2002-0589 was published on 2002-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:steve_korbett:pvote:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:steve_korbett:pvote:1.0a:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:steve_korbett:pvote:1.0b:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:steve_korbett:pvote:1.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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