CVE-2002-1436

CVE-2002-1436 is a high-severity vulnerability in Novell Netware 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

The web handler for Perl 5.003 on Novell NetWare 5.1 and NetWare 6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Perl code via an HTTP POST request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1436?
The web handler for Perl 5.003 on Novell NetWare 5.1 and NetWare 6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Perl code via an HTTP POST request.
How severe is CVE-2002-1436?
CVE-2002-1436 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1436 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 7% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1436?
CVE-2002-1436 primarily affects Novell Netware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1436?
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-2002-1436 published?
CVE-2002-1436 was published on 2003-04-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

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