CVE-2002-0186
HighPublic exploitBuffer overflow in the SQLXML ISAPI extension of Microsoft SQL Server 2000 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via data queries with a long content-type parameter, aka "Unchecked Buffer in SQLXML ISAPI Extension."
Published Jul 3, 2002 · Updated Apr 15, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2002-0186 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting SQL Server (Microsoft).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
7.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
55%
Higher than 99.0% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Buffer overflow in the SQLXML ISAPI extension of Microsoft SQL Server 2000 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via data queries with a long content-type parameter, aka "Unchecked Buffer in SQLXML ISAPI Extension."
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| SQL ServerMicrosoft | 2000, 2000-sp1, 2000-sp2 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 3, 2002
Last updated
Apr 15, 2026
References
- patch20020613 [VulnWatch] wp-02-0007: Microsoft SQLXML ISAPI Overflow and Cross Site Scripting
- exploitExploitDB-21540
- other20020613 wp-02-0007: Microsoft SQLXML ISAPI Overflow and Cross Site Scripting
- otherMS02-030
- otheroval:org.mitre.oval:def:484
FAQ
Common Questions.
Buffer overflow in the SQLXML ISAPI extension of Microsoft SQL Server 2000 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via data queries with a long content-type parameter, aka "Unchecked Buffer in SQLXML ISAPI Extension."
Affected: SQL Server (Microsoft) versions 2000, 2000-sp1, 2000-sp2. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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