How severe is CVE-2002-0924?

CVE-2002-0924 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0924 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0924?

CVE-2002-0924 primarily affects Cgiscript.net Csnews. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0924?

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-2002-0924 published?

CVE-2002-0924 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0924

CVE-2002-0924 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cgiscript.net Csnews 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: 1% (69th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cgiscript.net Csnews
Published: 2002-10-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

CGIScript.net csNews.cgi allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary Perl code via terminating quotes and metacharacters in text fields of the "Advanced Settings" capability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0924?: CGIScript.net csNews.cgi allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary Perl code via terminating quotes and metacharacters in text fields of the "Advanced Settings" capability.
How severe is CVE-2002-0924?: CVE-2002-0924 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0924 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0924?: CVE-2002-0924 primarily affects Cgiscript.net Csnews. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0924?: 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-2002-0924 published?: CVE-2002-0924 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:cgiscript.net:csnews:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cgiscript.net:csnews:1.0_professional:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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