How severe is CVE-2002-0996?

CVE-2002-0996 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0996 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0996?

CVE-2002-0996 primarily affects Novell Netmail. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0996?

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-2002-0996 published?

CVE-2002-0996 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0996

CVE-2002-0996 is a high-severity vulnerability in Novell Netmail 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: 4% (88th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Novell Netmail
Published: 2002-10-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Multiple buffer overflows in Novell NetMail (NIMS) 3.0.3 before 3.0.3C allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via (1) WebAdmin or (2) ModWeb.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0996?: Multiple buffer overflows in Novell NetMail (NIMS) 3.0.3 before 3.0.3C allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via (1) WebAdmin or (2) ModWeb.
How severe is CVE-2002-0996?: CVE-2002-0996 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0996 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0996?: CVE-2002-0996 primarily affects Novell Netmail. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0996?: 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-2002-0996 published?: CVE-2002-0996 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:novell:netmail:3.0.3a:b:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:novell:netmail:3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:novell:netmail_xe:3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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