CVE-2002-1812

CVE-2002-1812 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gdam 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

Description

Buffer overflow in gdam123 0.933 and 0.942 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long filename parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1812?
Buffer overflow in gdam123 0.933 and 0.942 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long filename parameter.
How severe is CVE-2002-1812?
CVE-2002-1812 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1812 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1812?
CVE-2002-1812 primarily affects Gdam. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1812?
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-2002-1812 published?
CVE-2002-1812 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)