CVE-2002-2268
CriticalPublic exploitBuffer overflow in Webster HTTP Server allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long URL.
Published Dec 31, 2002 · Updated Apr 15, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2002-2268 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.4 v2) affecting Webster HTTP Server (Netdave).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 52% 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
9.4
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
52%
Higher than 98.9% 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 Webster HTTP Server allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long URL.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Webster HTTP ServerNetdave | See advisory | n/a |
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 kolibri_http.rb
- exploitMSF webster_http.rb
- exploitExploitDB-16802
- exploitExploitDB-16970
- exploithttp://www.securiteam.com/windowsntfocus/6R0030A6AY.html
FAQ
Common Questions.
Buffer overflow in Webster HTTP Server allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long URL.
Affected: Webster HTTP Server (Netdave). 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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