CVE-2002-0896

Name: CVE-2002-0896
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2002-10-04T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.38%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2002-0896 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The throttle capability in Swatch may fail to report certain events if (1) the same type of event occurs after the throttle period, or (2) when multiple events matching the same "watchfor" expression do not occur after the throttle period, which could allow attackers to avoid detection.. EPSS estimates a 1.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The throttle capability in Swatch may fail to report certain events if (1) the same type of event occurs after the throttle period, or (2) when multiple events matching the same "watchfor" expression do not occur after the throttle period, which could allow attackers to avoid detection.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.38%

68.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Swatch	Swatch	3.0.3
Swatch	Swatch	3.0.4

References

http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/272582
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9100.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4746Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/272582
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9100.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4746Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 4, 2002
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-0896?

How severe is CVE-2002-0896?

Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0896 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0896?

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