CVE-2002-0869: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-0869: Unknown vulnerability in the hosting process (dllhost.exe) for Microsoft Internet Information Server (IIS)...

Unknown vulnerability in the hosting process (dllhost.exe) for Microsoft Internet Information Server (IIS) 4.0 through 5.1 allows remote attackers to gain privileges by executing an out of process application that acquires LocalSystem privileges, aka "Out of Process Privilege Elevation."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 03:03 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2002-0869 is an old Microsoft IIS privilege elevation issue. A remote attacker could cause an out-of-process IIS application to obtain LocalSystem privileges through the dllhost.exe hosting process. This matters mainly where legacy IIS 4.0 through 5.1 remains in service. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Microsoft IIS 4.0 through 5.1 deployments. Prioritize internet-facing servers, systems hosting out-of-process applications, and forgotten legacy web infrastructure. The sources do not identify affected products beyond IIS 4.0 through 5.1. Treat this as high priority only if legacy IIS 4.0 through 5.1 exists. For modern environments, the main action is confirming absence. Any exposed affected server represents severe legacy risk because the reported impact is LocalSystem privilege gain. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft MS02-062 and apply the vendor-recommended update or workaround.; Inventory and retire any remaining IIS 4.0 through 5.1 systems.; Isolate legacy IIS servers that cannot be immediately remediated..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 06:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 2, 2002, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:983CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:929CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
MS02-062CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:930CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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