How severe is CVE-2002-0776?

CVE-2002-0776 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0776 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0776?

CVE-2002-0776 affects Hosting Controller. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0776?

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-2002-0776 published?

CVE-2002-0776 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0776

CVE-2002-0776 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hosting Controller 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: 2% (76th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hosting Controller
Published: 2002-08-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

getuserdesc.asp in Hosting Controller 2002 allows remote attackers to change the passwords of arbitrary users and gain privileges by modifying the username parameter, as addressed by the "UpdateUser" hot fix.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0776?: getuserdesc.asp in Hosting Controller 2002 allows remote attackers to change the passwords of arbitrary users and gain privileges by modifying the username parameter, as addressed by the "UpdateUser" hot fix.
How severe is CVE-2002-0776?: CVE-2002-0776 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0776 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0776?: CVE-2002-0776 affects Hosting Controller. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0776?: 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-2002-0776 published?: CVE-2002-0776 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:hosting_controller:hosting_controller:2002:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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