How severe is CVE-2002-1229?

CVE-2002-1229 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-1229 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-2002-1229?

CVE-2002-1229 primarily affects Avaya Cajun P550. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1229?

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-2002-1229 published?

CVE-2002-1229 was published on 2002-10-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1229

CVE-2002-1229 is a high-severity vulnerability in Avaya Cajun P550 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: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Avaya Cajun P550
Published: 2002-10-28
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Avaya Cajun switches P880, P882, P580, and P550R 5.2.14 and earlier contain undocumented accounts (1) manuf and (2) diag with default passwords, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1229?: Avaya Cajun switches P880, P882, P580, and P550R 5.2.14 and earlier contain undocumented accounts (1) manuf and (2) diag with default passwords, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2002-1229?: CVE-2002-1229 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1229 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-2002-1229?: CVE-2002-1229 primarily affects Avaya Cajun P550. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1229?: 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-2002-1229 published?: CVE-2002-1229 was published on 2002-10-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:h:avaya:cajun_p550:4.3.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:avaya:cajun_p550r:5.2.14:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:avaya:cajun_p580:5.2.14:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:avaya:cajun_p880:5.2.14:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:avaya:cajun_p882:5.2.14:*:*:*:*:*:*:*