CVE-2002-1142

CVE-2002-1142 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Data Access Components with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 76% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in the Remote Data Services (RDS) component of Microsoft Data Access Components (MDAC) 2.1 through 2.6, and Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6.0, allows remote attackers to execute code via a malformed HTTP request to the Data Stub.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1142?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the Remote Data Services (RDS) component of Microsoft Data Access Components (MDAC) 2.1 through 2.6, and Internet Explorer 5.01 through 6.0, allows remote attackers to execute code via a malformed HTTP request to the Data Stub.
How severe is CVE-2002-1142?
CVE-2002-1142 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1142 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 76% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1142?
CVE-2002-1142 primarily affects Microsoft Data Access Components. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1142?
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-2002-1142 published?
CVE-2002-1142 was published on 2002-11-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (11)

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