How severe is CVE-2002-0917?

CVE-2002-0917 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0917 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0917?

CVE-2002-0917 affects Cgiscript.net Cspassword. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0917?

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-2002-0917 published?

CVE-2002-0917 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0917

CVE-2002-0917 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cgiscript.net Cspassword 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% (82nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cgiscript.net Cspassword
Published: 2002-10-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

CGIScript.net csPassword.cgi stores .htpasswd files under the web document root, which could allow remote authenticated users to download the file and crack the passwords of other users.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0917?: CGIScript.net csPassword.cgi stores .htpasswd files under the web document root, which could allow remote authenticated users to download the file and crack the passwords of other users.
How severe is CVE-2002-0917?: CVE-2002-0917 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0917 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0917?: CVE-2002-0917 affects Cgiscript.net Cspassword. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0917?: 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-2002-0917 published?: CVE-2002-0917 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:cgiscript.net:cspassword:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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