How severe is CVE-2002-0817?

CVE-2002-0817 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0817 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (51st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0817?

CVE-2002-0817 primarily affects William Deich Super. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0817?

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-2002-0817 published?

CVE-2002-0817 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0817

CVE-2002-0817 is a high-severity vulnerability in William Deich Super 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: 1% (51st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: William Deich Super
Published: 2002-08-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in super for Linux allows local users to gain root privileges via a long command line argument.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0817?: Format string vulnerability in super for Linux allows local users to gain root privileges via a long command line argument.
How severe is CVE-2002-0817?: CVE-2002-0817 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0817 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (51st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0817?: CVE-2002-0817 primarily affects William Deich Super. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0817?: 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-2002-0817 published?: CVE-2002-0817 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:william_deich:super:3.12:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:william_deich:super:3.16:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:william_deich:super:3.17:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:william_deich:super:3.18:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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