CVE-2002-0259: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-0259: InstantServers MiniPortal 1.1.5 and earlier stores sensitive login and account data in plaintext in (1) .pw...

InstantServers MiniPortal 1.1.5 and earlier stores sensitive login and account data in plaintext in (1) .pwd files in the miniportal/apache directory, or (2) mplog.txt, which could allow local users to gain privileges.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 02:42 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

MiniPortal kept login and account information in plaintext files. If someone already had local access to the server, they could read those files and use exposed credentials to gain more access. This is mainly a legacy software risk, but any remaining installation should be treated seriously. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running legacy InstantServers MiniPortal 1.1.5 or earlier, especially on shared or multi-user hosts. The bundle does not provide CPEs or modern product mappings, so asset inventory must confirm actual installations. Prioritize remediation if MiniPortal remains on shared, production, or externally administered systems. The business risk is credential exposure leading to unauthorized privilege gain, but urgency depends on whether this legacy product is still present. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for InstantServers MiniPortal 1.1.5 or earlier.; Decommission unsupported MiniPortal installations where possible.; Restrict local shell and file access to trusted administrators..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 07:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 3, 2002, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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