How severe is CVE-2002-1088?

CVE-2002-1088 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-1088 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-1088?

CVE-2002-1088 primarily affects Novell Groupwise. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1088?

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-2002-1088 published?

CVE-2002-1088 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1088

CVE-2002-1088 is a high-severity vulnerability in Novell Groupwise 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: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Novell Groupwise
Published: 2002-10-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Novell GroupWise 6.0.1 Support Pack 1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long RCPT TO command.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1088?: Buffer overflow in Novell GroupWise 6.0.1 Support Pack 1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long RCPT TO command.
How severe is CVE-2002-1088?: CVE-2002-1088 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1088 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1088?: CVE-2002-1088 primarily affects Novell Groupwise. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1088?: 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-2002-1088 published?: CVE-2002-1088 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:novell:groupwise:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:novell:groupwise:6.0:sp1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:novell:groupwise:6.0.1:sp1:*:*:*:*:*:*

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