How severe is CVE-2002-0718?

CVE-2002-0718 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0718 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0718?

CVE-2002-0718 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-2002-0718?

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-2002-0718 published?

CVE-2002-0718 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0718

CVE-2002-0718 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (92nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Content Management Server
Published: 2002-08-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Web authoring command in Microsoft Content Management Server (MCMS) 2001 allows attackers to authenticate and upload executable content, by modifying the upload location, aka "Program Execution via MCMS Authoring Function."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0718?: Web authoring command in Microsoft Content Management Server (MCMS) 2001 allows attackers to authenticate and upload executable content, by modifying the upload location, aka "Program Execution via MCMS Authoring Function."
How severe is CVE-2002-0718?: CVE-2002-0718 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0718 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0718?: CVE-2002-0718 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-2002-0718?: 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-2002-0718 published?: CVE-2002-0718 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:content_management_server:2001:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:content_management_server:2001:sp1:*:*:*:*:*:*