How severe is CVE-2002-1190?

CVE-2002-1190 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-1190 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-1190?

CVE-2002-1190 primarily affects Cisco Unity Server. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1190?

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-2002-1190 published?

CVE-2002-1190 was published on 2002-10-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1190

CVE-2002-1190 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Unity 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (73rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cisco Unity Server
Published: 2002-10-28
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Cisco Unity 2.x and 3.x uses well-known default user accounts, which could allow remote attackers to gain access and place arbitrary calls.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1190?: Cisco Unity 2.x and 3.x uses well-known default user accounts, which could allow remote attackers to gain access and place arbitrary calls.
How severe is CVE-2002-1190?: CVE-2002-1190 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1190 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1190?: CVE-2002-1190 primarily affects Cisco Unity Server. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1190?: 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-2002-1190 published?: CVE-2002-1190 was published on 2002-10-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)

cpe:2.3:h:cisco:unity_server:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:cisco:unity_server:2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:cisco:unity_server:2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:cisco:unity_server:2.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:cisco:unity_server:2.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:cisco:unity_server:2.46:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:cisco:unity_server:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:cisco:unity_server:3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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