How severe is CVE-2002-1416?

CVE-2002-1416 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2002-1416 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-1416?

CVE-2002-1416 affects Webeasymail. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1416?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2002-1416 published?

CVE-2002-1416 was published on 2003-04-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1416

CVE-2002-1416 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Webeasymail with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 5.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (75th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Webeasymail
Published: 2003-04-11
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The POP3 service for WebEasyMail 3.4.2.2 and earlier generates diffferent error messages for valid and invalid usernames during authentication, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct brute force attacks.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1416?: The POP3 service for WebEasyMail 3.4.2.2 and earlier generates diffferent error messages for valid and invalid usernames during authentication, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct brute force attacks.
How severe is CVE-2002-1416?: CVE-2002-1416 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2002-1416 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1416?: CVE-2002-1416 affects Webeasymail. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1416?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2002-1416 published?: CVE-2002-1416 was published on 2003-04-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:webeasymail:webeasymail:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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