How severe is CVE-2002-1128?

CVE-2002-1128 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-1128 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-1128?

CVE-2002-1128 primarily affects Digital Osf 1. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1128?

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-2002-1128 published?

CVE-2002-1128 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1128

CVE-2002-1128 is a high-severity vulnerability in Digital Osf 1 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (37th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Digital Osf 1
Published: 2002-10-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in inc mail utility for Compaq Tru64/OSF1 3.x allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long MH environment variable.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1128?: Buffer overflow in inc mail utility for Compaq Tru64/OSF1 3.x allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long MH environment variable.
How severe is CVE-2002-1128?: CVE-2002-1128 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1128 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1128?: CVE-2002-1128 primarily affects Digital Osf 1. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1128?: 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-2002-1128 published?: CVE-2002-1128 was published on 2002-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (12)

cpe:2.3:o:digital:osf_1:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:digital:osf_1:3.0b:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:digital:osf_1:3.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:digital:osf_1:3.2b:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:digital:osf_1:3.2c:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:digital:osf_1:3.2d:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:digital:osf_1:3.2de1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:digital:osf_1:3.2de2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:digital:osf_1:3.2f:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:digital:osf_1:3.2g:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:digital:osf_1:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:digital:ultrix:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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