How severe is CVE-2002-1120?

CVE-2002-1120 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-1120 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 67% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-1120?

CVE-2002-1120 affects Savant Savant Web Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1120?

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-2002-1120 published?

CVE-2002-1120 was published on 2002-09-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1120

CVE-2002-1120 is a high-severity vulnerability in Savant Savant Web Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 67% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 67% (99th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Savant Savant Web Server
Published: 2002-09-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Savant Web Server 3.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP GET request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1120?: Buffer overflow in Savant Web Server 3.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP GET request.
How severe is CVE-2002-1120?: CVE-2002-1120 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1120 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 67% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1120?: CVE-2002-1120 affects Savant Savant Web Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1120?: 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-2002-1120 published?: CVE-2002-1120 was published on 2002-09-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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