How severe is CVE-2002-0904?

CVE-2002-0904 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0904 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0904?

CVE-2002-0904 primarily affects Kismet. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0904?

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-2002-0904 published?

CVE-2002-0904 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0904

CVE-2002-0904 is a high-severity vulnerability in Kismet 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% (80th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Kismet
Published: 2002-10-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

SayText function in Kismet 2.2.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters (backtick or pipe) in the essid argument.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0904?: SayText function in Kismet 2.2.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters (backtick or pipe) in the essid argument.
How severe is CVE-2002-0904?: CVE-2002-0904 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0904 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0904?: CVE-2002-0904 primarily affects Kismet. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0904?: 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-2002-0904 published?: CVE-2002-0904 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:kismet:kismet:2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:kismet:kismet:2.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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