CVE-2003-0548
UnknownEPSS 1.43%
Last modified
CVE-2003-0548 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The X Display Manager Control Protocol (XDMCP) support for GDM before 2.4.1.6 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) when a chosen host expires, a different issue than CVE-2003-0549.. EPSS estimates a 1.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The X Display Manager Control Protocol (XDMCP) support for GDM before 2.4.1.6 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) when a chosen host expires, a different issue than CVE-2003-0549.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnome | Gdm | 2.2.0 |
| Gnome | Gdm | 2.4.1 |
| Gnome | Gdm | 2.4.1.1 |
| Gnome | Gdm | 2.4.1.2 |
| Gnome | Gdm | 2.4.1.3 |
| Gnome | Gdm | 2.4.1.4 |
| Gnome | Gdm | 2.4.1.5 |
| Gnome | Gdm | 2.4.1.6 |
| Redhat | Kdebase | 2.0_beta2.45 |
| Redhat | Kdebase | 2.2.3.1.20 |
| Redhat | Kdebase | 2.2.3.1.22 |
| Redhat | Kdebase | 2.4.0.7.13 |
| Redhat | Kdebase | 2.4.1.3.5 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 2.1 |
| Redhat | Linux Advanced Workstation | 2.1 |
References
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-258.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-259.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-258.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-259.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2003-0548?
The X Display Manager Control Protocol (XDMCP) support for GDM before 2.4.1.6 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) when a chosen host expires, a different issue than CVE-2003-0549.
How severe is CVE-2003-0548?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0548 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0548?
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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