CVE-2002-1166

CVE-2002-1166 is a high-severity vulnerability in John Franks Wn 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

Description

Buffer overflow in John Franks WN Server 1.18.2 through 2.0.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long GET request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1166?
Buffer overflow in John Franks WN Server 1.18.2 through 2.0.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long GET request.
How severe is CVE-2002-1166?
CVE-2002-1166 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1166 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-2002-1166?
CVE-2002-1166 primarily affects John Franks Wn Server. In total, 17 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1166?
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-2002-1166 published?
CVE-2002-1166 was published on 2002-10-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (17)