CVE-2002-0700

CVE-2002-0700 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Content Management 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

Description

Buffer overflow in a system function that performs user authentication for Microsoft Content Management Server (MCMS) 2001 allows attackers to execute code in the Local System context by authenticating to a web page that calls the function, aka "Unchecked Buffer in MDAC Function Could Enable SQL Server Compromise."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0700?
Buffer overflow in a system function that performs user authentication for Microsoft Content Management Server (MCMS) 2001 allows attackers to execute code in the Local System context by authenticating to a web page that calls the function, aka "Unchecked Buffer in MDAC Function Could Enable SQL Server Compromise."
How severe is CVE-2002-0700?
CVE-2002-0700 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0700 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 8% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0700?
CVE-2002-0700 primarily affects Microsoft Content Management Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0700?
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-2002-0700 published?
CVE-2002-0700 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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