CVE-2003-0032
UnknownEPSS 1.54%
Last modified
CVE-2003-0032 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Memory leak in libmcrypt before 2.5.5 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion) via a large number of requests to the application, which causes libmcrypt to dynamically load algorithms via libtool.. EPSS estimates a 1.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Memory leak in libmcrypt before 2.5.5 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion) via a large number of requests to the application, which causes libmcrypt to dynamically load algorithms via libtool.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mcrypt | Libmcrypt | 2.5.1_r4 |
| Mcrypt | Libmcrypt | 2.5.2 |
| Mcrypt | Libmcrypt | 2.5.3 |
| Mcrypt | Libmcrypt | 2.5_.0 |
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-228Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10988.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-228Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10988.phpVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2003-0032?
Memory leak in libmcrypt before 2.5.5 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion) via a large number of requests to the application, which causes libmcrypt to dynamically load algorithms via libtool.
How severe is CVE-2003-0032?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0032 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0032?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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