How severe is CVE-2002-0709?

CVE-2002-0709 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0709 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0709?

CVE-2002-0709 primarily affects Surfcontrol Superscout Web Filter. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0709?

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-2002-0709 published?

CVE-2002-0709 was published on 2002-10-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0709

CVE-2002-0709 is a high-severity vulnerability in Surfcontrol Superscout Web Filter 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: 1% (63rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Surfcontrol Superscout Web Filter
Published: 2002-10-10
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

SQL injection vulnerabilities in the Web Reports Server for SurfControl SuperScout WebFilter allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries via the RunReport option to SimpleBar.dll, and possibly other DLLs.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0709?: SQL injection vulnerabilities in the Web Reports Server for SurfControl SuperScout WebFilter allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries via the RunReport option to SimpleBar.dll, and possibly other DLLs.
How severe is CVE-2002-0709?: CVE-2002-0709 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0709 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0709?: CVE-2002-0709 primarily affects Surfcontrol Superscout Web Filter. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0709?: 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-2002-0709 published?: CVE-2002-0709 was published on 2002-10-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:surfcontrol:superscout_web_filter:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:surfcontrol:superscout_web_filter:3.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:surfcontrol:web_filter:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:surfcontrol:web_filter:4.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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