How severe is CVE-2002-2096?

CVE-2002-2096 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-2096 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-2096?

CVE-2002-2096 primarily affects Novell Netware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-2096?

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-2002-2096 published?

CVE-2002-2096 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-2096

CVE-2002-2096 is a high-severity vulnerability in Novell Netware 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: 4% (90th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Novell Netware
Published: 2002-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Novell Remote Manager module, httpstk.nlm, in NetWare 5.1 and NetWare 6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long (1) username or (2) password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-2096?: Buffer overflow in Novell Remote Manager module, httpstk.nlm, in NetWare 5.1 and NetWare 6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long (1) username or (2) password.
How severe is CVE-2002-2096?: CVE-2002-2096 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-2096 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-2096?: CVE-2002-2096 primarily affects Novell Netware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2096?: 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-2002-2096 published?: CVE-2002-2096 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:novell:netware:5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:novell:netware:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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