CVE-2002-1384

CVE-2002-1384 is a high-severity vulnerability in Easy Software Products Cups 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

Description

Integer overflow in pdftops, as used in Xpdf 2.01 and earlier, xpdf-i, and CUPS before 1.1.18, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a ColorSpace entry with a large number of elements, as demonstrated by cups-pdf.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1384?
Integer overflow in pdftops, as used in Xpdf 2.01 and earlier, xpdf-i, and CUPS before 1.1.18, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a ColorSpace entry with a large number of elements, as demonstrated by cups-pdf.
How severe is CVE-2002-1384?
CVE-2002-1384 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1384 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1384?
CVE-2002-1384 primarily affects Easy Software Products Cups. In total, 20 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1384?
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-2002-1384 published?
CVE-2002-1384 was published on 2003-01-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (20)

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