How severe is CVE-2002-0642?

CVE-2002-0642 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0642 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 50% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0642?

CVE-2002-0642 primarily affects Microsoft Msde. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0642?

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-2002-0642 published?

CVE-2002-0642 was published on 2002-07-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0642

CVE-2002-0642 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Msde with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 50% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 50% (99th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Msde
Published: 2002-07-23
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The registry key containing the SQL Server service account information in Microsoft SQL Server 2000, including Microsoft SQL Server Desktop Engine (MSDE) 2000, has insecure permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges, aka "Incorrect Permission on SQL Server Service Account Registry Key."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0642?: The registry key containing the SQL Server service account information in Microsoft SQL Server 2000, including Microsoft SQL Server Desktop Engine (MSDE) 2000, has insecure permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges, aka "Incorrect Permission on SQL Server Service Account Registry Key."
How severe is CVE-2002-0642?: CVE-2002-0642 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0642 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 50% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0642?: CVE-2002-0642 primarily affects Microsoft Msde. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0642?: 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-2002-0642 published?: CVE-2002-0642 was published on 2002-07-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:msde:2000:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:sql_server:2000:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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