CVE-2002-0977
CVE-2002-0977 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft File Transfer Manager with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 11% places it in the 95th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 11% (95th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Microsoft File Transfer Manager
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Buffer overflow in Microsoft File Transfer Manager (FTM) ActiveX control before 4.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long TS value.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2002-0977?
- Buffer overflow in Microsoft File Transfer Manager (FTM) ActiveX control before 4.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long TS value.
- How severe is CVE-2002-0977?
- CVE-2002-0977 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2002-0977 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 11% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2002-0977?
- CVE-2002-0977 affects Microsoft File Transfer Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2002-0977?
- 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-2002-0977 published?
- CVE-2002-0977 was published on 2002-09-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:file_transfer_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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