CVE-2002-0823

UnknownEPSS 44.40%

Last modified

CVE-2002-0823 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in Winhlp32.exe allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an HTML document that calls the HTML Help ActiveX control (HHCtrl.ocx) with a long pathname in the Item parameter.. EPSS estimates a 44.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in Winhlp32.exe allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an HTML document that calls the HTML Help ActiveX control (HHCtrl.ocx) with a long pathname in the Item parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
44.40%

98.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
MicrosoftWindows HelpAll versions
MicrosoftWindows 2000All versionsSp1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-0823?
Buffer overflow in Winhlp32.exe allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an HTML document that calls the HTML Help ActiveX control (HHCtrl.ocx) with a long pathname in the Item parameter.
How severe is CVE-2002-0823?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0823 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 44.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0823?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST