How severe is CVE-2002-2329?

CVE-2002-2329 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-2329 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-2329?

CVE-2002-2329 primarily affects Mirabilis Icq. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-2329?

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-2002-2329 published?

CVE-2002-2329 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-2329

CVE-2002-2329 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mirabilis Icq with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (79th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-20
Affected product: Mirabilis Icq
Published: 2002-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

ICQ client 2001b, 2002a and 2002b allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption or crash) via a message with a large number of emoticons.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-2329?: ICQ client 2001b, 2002a and 2002b allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption or crash) via a message with a large number of emoticons.
How severe is CVE-2002-2329?: CVE-2002-2329 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-2329 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-2329?: CVE-2002-2329 primarily affects Mirabilis Icq. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2329?: 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-2002-2329 published?: CVE-2002-2329 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:mirabilis:icq:2001b:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:mirabilis:icq:2002a:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:mirabilis:icq:2002b:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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