CVE-2002-1895

CVE-2002-1895 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apache Tomcat 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

Description

The servlet engine in Jakarta Apache Tomcat 3.3 and 4.0.4, when using IIS and the ajp1.3 connector, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a large number of HTTP GET requests for an MS-DOS device such as AUX, LPT1, CON, or PRN.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1895?
The servlet engine in Jakarta Apache Tomcat 3.3 and 4.0.4, when using IIS and the ajp1.3 connector, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a large number of HTTP GET requests for an MS-DOS device such as AUX, LPT1, CON, or PRN.
How severe is CVE-2002-1895?
CVE-2002-1895 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2002-1895 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1895?
CVE-2002-1895 primarily affects Apache Tomcat. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1895?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2002-1895 published?
CVE-2002-1895 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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