CVE-2002-0865

CVE-2002-0865 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Virtual Machine with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 20% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

A certain class that supports XML (Extensible Markup Language) in Microsoft Virtual Machine (VM) 5.0.3805 and earlier, probably com.ms.osp.ospmrshl, exposes certain unsafe methods, which allows remote attackers to execute unsafe code via a Java applet, aka "Inappropriate Methods Exposed in XML Support Classes."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0865?
A certain class that supports XML (Extensible Markup Language) in Microsoft Virtual Machine (VM) 5.0.3805 and earlier, probably com.ms.osp.ospmrshl, exposes certain unsafe methods, which allows remote attackers to execute unsafe code via a Java applet, aka "Inappropriate Methods Exposed in XML Support Classes."
How severe is CVE-2002-0865?
CVE-2002-0865 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0865 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 20% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0865?
CVE-2002-0865 primarily affects Microsoft Virtual Machine. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0865?
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-2002-0865 published?
CVE-2002-0865 was published on 2002-10-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)

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