How severe is CVE-2002-1738?

CVE-2002-1738 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2002-1738 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-1738?

CVE-2002-1738 primarily affects Alt-n Mdaemon. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1738?

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

When was CVE-2002-1738 published?

CVE-2002-1738 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1738

CVE-2002-1738 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Alt-n Mdaemon 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: 1% (68th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Alt-n Mdaemon
Published: 2002-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Alt-N Technologies MDaemon 5.0.5.0 and earlier creates a default MDaemon mail account with a password of MServer, which could allow remote attackers to send anonymous email.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1738?: Alt-N Technologies MDaemon 5.0.5.0 and earlier creates a default MDaemon mail account with a password of MServer, which could allow remote attackers to send anonymous email.
How severe is CVE-2002-1738?: CVE-2002-1738 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2002-1738 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1738?: CVE-2002-1738 primarily affects Alt-n Mdaemon. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1738?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2002-1738 published?: CVE-2002-1738 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:a:alt-n:mdaemon:5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:alt-n:mdaemon:5.0:*:pro:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:alt-n:mdaemon:5.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:alt-n:mdaemon:5.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:alt-n:mdaemon:5.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:alt-n:mdaemon:5.0.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:alt-n:mdaemon:5.0.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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