How severe is CVE-2002-0727?

CVE-2002-0727 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0727 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 19% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0727?

CVE-2002-0727 primarily affects Microsoft Office Web Components. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0727?

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-2002-0727 published?

CVE-2002-0727 was published on 2002-09-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0727

CVE-2002-0727 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Office Web Components with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 19% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 19% (97th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Office Web Components
Published: 2002-09-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Host function in Microsoft Office Web Components (OWC) 2000 and 2002 is exposed in components that are marked as safe for scripting, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the setTimeout method.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0727?: The Host function in Microsoft Office Web Components (OWC) 2000 and 2002 is exposed in components that are marked as safe for scripting, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the setTimeout method.
How severe is CVE-2002-0727?: CVE-2002-0727 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0727 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 19% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0727?: CVE-2002-0727 primarily affects Microsoft Office Web Components. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0727?: 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-2002-0727 published?: CVE-2002-0727 was published on 2002-09-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:office_web_components:2000:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:office_web_components:2002:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:project:2002:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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