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CVE-2003-0069

UnknownEPSS 2.20%

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CVE-2003-0069 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The PuTTY terminal emulator 0.53 allows attackers to modify the window title via a certain character escape sequence and then insert it back to the command line in the user's terminal, e.g. when the user views a file containing the malicious sequence, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands.. EPSS estimates a 2.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The PuTTY terminal emulator 0.53 allows attackers to modify the window title via a certain character escape sequence and then insert it back to the command line in the user's terminal, e.g. when the user views a file containing the malicious sequence, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.20%

80.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
PuttyPutty0.53

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-0069?
The PuTTY terminal emulator 0.53 allows attackers to modify the window title via a certain character escape sequence and then insert it back to the command line in the user's terminal, e.g. when the user views a file containing the malicious sequence, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands.
How severe is CVE-2003-0069?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0069 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0069?
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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Source: NVD / NIST