CVE-2003-0073

Name: CVE-2003-0073
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2003-02-19T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.99%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2003-0073 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Double-free vulnerability in mysqld for MySQL before 3.23.55 allows attackers with MySQL access to cause a denial of service (crash) via mysql_change_user.. EPSS estimates a 2.99% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Double-free vulnerability in mysqld for MySQL before 3.23.55 allows attackers with MySQL access to cause a denial of service (crash) via mysql_change_user.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.99%

85.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Oracle	Mysql	3.23.31
Oracle	Mysql	3.23.36
Oracle	Mysql	3.23.41
Oracle	Mysql	3.23.47
Oracle	Mysql	3.23.52
Oracle	Mysql	3.23.53
Oracle	Mysql	3.23.54
Oracle	Mysql	3.23.54a

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 19, 2003
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-0073?

Double-free vulnerability in mysqld for MySQL before 3.23.55 allows attackers with MySQL access to cause a denial of service (crash) via mysql_change_user.

How severe is CVE-2003-0073?

Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0073 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.99% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0073?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2003-0073?

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Source: NVD / NIST