PatchTheCVECVE-2002-2226: Buffer overflow in tftpd of TFTP32 2.21 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a lo
CVE-2002-2226 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting tftpd32. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Buffer overflow in tftpd of TFTP32 2.21 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename argument.
Why this priority
- High severity
- EPSS top 1%: very likely to be exploited
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 63.5% (top 1%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-119 |
| Published | 2002-12-31 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
- Exploit-DB: TFTPD32 2.50 - 'Filename' Remote Buffer Overflow
- Exploit-DB: TFTPD32 < 2.21 - 'Filename' Remote Buffer Overflow (Metasploit)
- Metasploit: TFTPD32 Long Filename Buffer Overflow
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2002-2226?
tftpd32: upgrade to newer than 2.21. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2002-2226 being exploited?
CVE-2002-2226 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2002-2226 affect?
CVE-2002-2226 affects tftpd32. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). Buffer overflow in tftpd of TFTP32 2.21 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename argument.
How urgent is CVE-2002-2226?
Priority 56/100. High severity; EPSS top 1%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference
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