How severe is CVE-2002-0645?

CVE-2002-0645 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0645 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0645?

CVE-2002-0645 primarily affects Microsoft Data Engine. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0645?

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-2002-0645 published?

CVE-2002-0645 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0645

CVE-2002-0645 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Data Engine 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% (89th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Data Engine
Published: 2002-08-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

SQL injection vulnerability in stored procedures for Microsoft SQL Server 2000 and Microsoft Desktop Engine (MSDE) 2000 may allow authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0645?: SQL injection vulnerability in stored procedures for Microsoft SQL Server 2000 and Microsoft Desktop Engine (MSDE) 2000 may allow authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands.
How severe is CVE-2002-0645?: CVE-2002-0645 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0645 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0645?: CVE-2002-0645 primarily affects Microsoft Data Engine. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0645?: 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-2002-0645 published?: CVE-2002-0645 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-038

Affected products (2)

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

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