CVE-2002-2048

CVE-2002-2048 is a high-severity vulnerability in Michael Baumer Pfinger 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

Description

Buffer overflow in PFinger 0.7.8 client allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long query value passed to the (1) finger program, (2) -l, (3) -d, and (4) -t options. NOTE: if PFinger is not setuid or setgid, then this issue would not cross privilege boundaries and would not be considered a vulnerability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-2048?
Buffer overflow in PFinger 0.7.8 client allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long query value passed to the (1) finger program, (2) -l, (3) -d, and (4) -t options. NOTE: if PFinger is not setuid or setgid, then this issue would not cross privilege boundaries and would not be considered a vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2002-2048?
CVE-2002-2048 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-2048 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-2048?
CVE-2002-2048 affects Michael Baumer Pfinger. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2048?
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-2002-2048 published?
CVE-2002-2048 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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