CVE-2002-2226
HighPublic exploitBuffer overflow in tftpd of TFTP32 2.21 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename argument.
Published Dec 31, 2002 · Updated Apr 15, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2002-2226 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Tftpd32.
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Tftpd32 2.21.
- 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)
63%
Higher than 99.2% 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 tftpd of TFTP32 2.21 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename argument.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Tftpd32Tftpd32 | See advisory | 2.21 |
Patched Releases
Tftpd32
2.21
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Dec 31, 2002
Last updated
Apr 15, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-119 Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer
References
- exploitMSF tftpd32_long_filename.rb
- exploitExploitDB-16349
- exploitExploitDB-22025
- exploithttp://www.securiteam.com/windowsntfocus/6C00C2061A.html
- exploit6199
FAQ
Common Questions.
Buffer overflow in tftpd of TFTP32 2.21 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename argument.
Affected: Tftpd32. 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.
Fixed versions are available, including Tftpd32 2.21.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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