CVE-2002-0923

NONECVSS 0.0Weaponized

0.0

CGIScript.net csNews.cgi allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files, and possibly gain privileges, via the (1) pheader or (2) pfooter parameters in the "Advanced Settings" capability.

CVSS v3: —
EG Score: —
EPSS: 86.9%
KEV: Not listed

Published

October 4, 2002

Last Modified

April 16, 2026

References (6)

cve@mitrehttp://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-06/0091.html
cve@mitrehttp://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9333.php
cve@mitrehttp://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4994
af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-06/0091.html
af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9333.php
af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4994

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Publicly available exploits

(1 reference)

Working exploit code is in the public domain (1 Exploit-DB entry). Defenders should treat patch urgency accordingly — public PoCs typically lead to mass-exploitation within 24-72 hours.

Exploit-DBEDB-21533✓ verified
First seen Jun 11, 2002
CGIScript.net csNews 1.0 - Header File Type Restriction Bypass
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Frequently asked(4)

What is CVE-2002-0923?

CVE-2002-0923 is a none vulnerability published on October 4, 2002. CGIScript.net csNews.cgi allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files, and possibly gain privileges, via the (1) pheader or (2) pfooter parameters in the "Advanced Settings" capability.

When was CVE-2002-0923 disclosed?

CVE-2002-0923 was first published in the National Vulnerability Database on October 4, 2002, with the most recent update on April 16, 2026. EchelonGraph re-ingests CVE updates from NVD on a 2-hour cycle, so this page reflects the latest published state.

Is CVE-2002-0923 actively exploited?

CVE-2002-0923 is not currently on CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. FIRST EPSS estimates a 86.9% percentile likelihood of exploitation in the next 30 days — higher percentiles indicate greater predicted risk.

How do I remediate CVE-2002-0923?

Patch to the fixed version published by the affected vendor. Where vendor advisories exist for CVE-2002-0923, EchelonGraph cross-links them in the Vendor Advisories panel below — those typically contain the canonical remediation steps, fixed version numbers, and any vendor-specific mitigations.

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CVE-2002-0923

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