How severe is CVE-2002-1741?

CVE-2002-1741 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-1741 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (61st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-1741?

CVE-2002-1741 primarily affects Alt-n Worldclient. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1741?

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-2002-1741 published?

CVE-2002-1741 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1741

CVE-2002-1741 is a high-severity vulnerability in Alt-n Worldclient 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (61st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Alt-n Worldclient
Published: 2002-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in WorldClient.cgi in WorldClient for Alt-N Technologies MDaemon 5.0.5.0 and earlier allows local users to delete arbitrary files via a ".." (dot dot) in the Attachments parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1741?: Directory traversal vulnerability in WorldClient.cgi in WorldClient for Alt-N Technologies MDaemon 5.0.5.0 and earlier allows local users to delete arbitrary files via a ".." (dot dot) in the Attachments parameter.
How severe is CVE-2002-1741?: CVE-2002-1741 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1741 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (61st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1741?: CVE-2002-1741 primarily affects Alt-n Worldclient. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1741?: 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-2002-1741 published?: CVE-2002-1741 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

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

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