How severe is CVE-2002-0704?

CVE-2002-0704 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2002-0704 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0704?

CVE-2002-0704 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0704?

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-2002-0704 published?

CVE-2002-0704 was published on 2002-07-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0704

CVE-2002-0704 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-212.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
CVSS v2: 5.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-212
Affected product: Linux Linux Kernel
Published: 2002-07-26
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Network Address Translation (NAT) capability for Netfilter ("iptables") 1.2.6a and earlier leaks translated IP addresses in ICMP error messages.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0704?: The Network Address Translation (NAT) capability for Netfilter ("iptables") 1.2.6a and earlier leaks translated IP addresses in ICMP error messages.
How severe is CVE-2002-0704?: CVE-2002-0704 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2002-0704 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0704?: CVE-2002-0704 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0704?: 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-2002-0704 published?: CVE-2002-0704 was published on 2002-07-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.4.19:pre1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.4.19:pre2:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.4.19:pre3:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.4.19:pre4:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.4.19:pre5:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:2.4.19:pre6:*:*:*:*:*:*

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