How severe is CVE-2002-1008?

CVE-2002-1008 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-1008 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 7% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-1008?

CVE-2002-1008 primarily affects Summit Computer Networks Lil Http Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1008?

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-2002-1008 published?

CVE-2002-1008 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1008

CVE-2002-1008 is a high-severity vulnerability in Summit Computer Networks Lil Http Server 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: 7% (93rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Summit Computer Networks Lil Http Server
Published: 2002-10-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in PowerBASIC urlcount.cgi, as included in Lil' HTTP web server, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary web script in other web browsers via a request to urlcount.cgi that contains the script, which is not filtered when the REPORT capability prints the original request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1008?: Cross-site scripting vulnerability in PowerBASIC urlcount.cgi, as included in Lil' HTTP web server, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary web script in other web browsers via a request to urlcount.cgi that contains the script, which is not filtered when the REPORT capability prints the original request.
How severe is CVE-2002-1008?: CVE-2002-1008 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1008 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 7% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1008?: CVE-2002-1008 primarily affects Summit Computer Networks Lil Http Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1008?: 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-2002-1008 published?: CVE-2002-1008 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:summit_computer_networks:lil_http_server:2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:summit_computer_networks:lil_http_server:2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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