CVE-2002-1993

CVE-2002-1993 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Affordable Web Space Design Affordable Web Space Design Webbbs with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 12% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

webbbs_post.pl in WebBBS 4 and 5.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the followup parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1993?
webbbs_post.pl in WebBBS 4 and 5.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the followup parameter.
How severe is CVE-2002-1993?
CVE-2002-1993 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2002-1993 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 12% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1993?
CVE-2002-1993 primarily affects Affordable Web Space Design Affordable Web Space Design Webbbs. In total, 14 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1993?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2002-1993 published?
CVE-2002-1993 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (14)

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