How severe is CVE-2002-0605?

CVE-2002-0605 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0605 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-2002-0605?

CVE-2002-0605 affects Macromedia Flash Player. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0605?

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-2002-0605 published?

CVE-2002-0605 was published on 2002-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0605

CVE-2002-0605 is a high-severity vulnerability in Macromedia Flash Player 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: Macromedia Flash Player
Published: 2002-06-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Flash OCX for Macromedia Flash 6 revision 23 (6,0,23,0) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long movie parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0605?: Buffer overflow in Flash OCX for Macromedia Flash 6 revision 23 (6,0,23,0) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long movie parameter.
How severe is CVE-2002-0605?: CVE-2002-0605 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0605 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-2002-0605?: CVE-2002-0605 affects Macromedia Flash Player. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0605?: 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-2002-0605 published?: CVE-2002-0605 was published on 2002-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:macromedia:flash_player:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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