How severe is CVE-2002-0716?

CVE-2002-0716 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0716 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0716?

CVE-2002-0716 primarily affects Sco Openserver. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0716?

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-2002-0716 published?

CVE-2002-0716 was published on 2002-07-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0716

CVE-2002-0716 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sco Openserver with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (27th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sco Openserver
Published: 2002-07-26
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in crontab for SCO OpenServer 5.0.5 and 5.0.6 allows local users to gain privileges via format string specifiers in the file name argument.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0716?: Format string vulnerability in crontab for SCO OpenServer 5.0.5 and 5.0.6 allows local users to gain privileges via format string specifiers in the file name argument.
How severe is CVE-2002-0716?: CVE-2002-0716 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0716 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0716?: CVE-2002-0716 primarily affects Sco Openserver. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0716?: 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-2002-0716 published?: CVE-2002-0716 was published on 2002-07-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:sco:openserver:5.0.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sco:openserver:5.0.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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