How severe is CVE-2002-0954?

CVE-2002-0954 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0954 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0954?

CVE-2002-0954 affects Cisco Pix Firewall. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0954?

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-2002-0954 published?

CVE-2002-0954 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0954

CVE-2002-0954 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Pix Firewall 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% (49th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cisco Pix Firewall
Published: 2002-10-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The encryption algorithms for enable and passwd commands on Cisco PIX Firewall can be executed quickly due to a limited number of rounds, which make it easier for an attacker to decrypt the passwords using brute force techniques.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0954?: The encryption algorithms for enable and passwd commands on Cisco PIX Firewall can be executed quickly due to a limited number of rounds, which make it easier for an attacker to decrypt the passwords using brute force techniques.
How severe is CVE-2002-0954?: CVE-2002-0954 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0954 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0954?: CVE-2002-0954 affects Cisco Pix Firewall. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0954?: 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-2002-0954 published?: CVE-2002-0954 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:cisco:pix_firewall:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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