CVE-2002-0733: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-0733: Cross-site scripting vulnerability in thttpd 2.20 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary...

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in thttpd 2.20 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary script via a URL to a nonexistent page, which causes thttpd to insert the script into a 404 error message.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 02:56 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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thttpd 2.20 and earlier could place attacker-controlled text from a missing-page URL into its 404 error page. If a victim follows a crafted link, their browser may run script in the affected site’s context. This is primarily a web trust and session-risk issue, not evidence of server takeover. Exposure is limited to systems running thttpd 2.20 or earlier, especially public-facing services that return thttpd-generated 404 pages. The affected inventory is likely legacy, embedded, lab, or appliance-like web service deployments rather than modern mainstream web stacks. Treat this as a legacy web exposure cleanup item. It is not listed in KEV and lacks severity scoring, but any internet-facing affected service can support phishing-style browser attacks against users who trust the site. Mitigation focus: Inventory public and internal services running thttpd.; Prioritize any thttpd 2.20 or earlier instances for remediation review.; Check ACME thttpd release notes and vendor guidance before selecting an upgrade path..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 12:37 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 2, 2003, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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