How severe is CVE-2002-1781?

CVE-2002-1781 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-1781 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-1781?

CVE-2002-1781 primarily affects Delegate. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1781?

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-2002-1781 published?

CVE-2002-1781 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1781

CVE-2002-1781 is a high-severity vulnerability in Delegate 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (86th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Delegate
Published: 2002-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Multiple buffer overflows in DeleGate 7.7.0 through 7.8.1 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, as demonstrated using a long USER command to the POP proxy.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1781?: Multiple buffer overflows in DeleGate 7.7.0 through 7.8.1 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, as demonstrated using a long USER command to the POP proxy.
How severe is CVE-2002-1781?: CVE-2002-1781 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1781 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1781?: CVE-2002-1781 primarily affects Delegate. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1781?: 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-2002-1781 published?: CVE-2002-1781 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:delegate:delegate:7.7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:delegate:delegate:7.7.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:delegate:delegate:7.8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:delegate:delegate:7.8.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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