CVE-2003-0418

Name: CVE-2003-0418
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2003-07-24T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.83%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2003-0418 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Linux 2.0 kernel IP stack does not properly calculate the size of an ICMP citation, which causes it to include portions of unauthorized memory in ICMP error responses.. EPSS estimates a 2.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Linux 2.0 kernel IP stack does not properly calculate the size of an ICMP citation, which causes it to include portions of unauthorized memory in ICMP error responses.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.83%

84.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.1
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.2
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.3
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.4
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.5
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.6
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.7
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.8
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.9
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.10
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.11
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.12
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.13
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.14
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.15
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.16
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.17
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.18
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.19
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.20
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.21
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.22
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.23
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.24
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.25
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.26
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.27
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.28
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.29
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.30
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.31
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.32
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.33
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.34
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.35
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.36
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.37
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.38
Linux	Linux Kernel	2.0.39

References

http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105519179005065&w=2
http://www.cartel-securite.fr/pbiondi/adv/CARTSA-20030314-icmpleak.txtExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/471084Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105519179005065&w=2
http://www.cartel-securite.fr/pbiondi/adv/CARTSA-20030314-icmpleak.txtExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/471084Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Jul 24, 2003
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-0418?

The Linux 2.0 kernel IP stack does not properly calculate the size of an ICMP citation, which causes it to include portions of unauthorized memory in ICMP error responses.

How severe is CVE-2003-0418?

Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0418 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0418?

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-2003-0418?

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Source: NVD / NIST