CVE-2003-0578
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.46%
Last modified
CVE-2003-0578 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. cci_dir in IBM U2 UniVerse 10.0.0.9 and earlier creates hard links and unlinks files as root, which allows local users to gain privileges by deleting and overwriting arbitrary files.. EPSS estimates a 0.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
cci_dir in IBM U2 UniVerse 10.0.0.9 and earlier creates hard links and unlinks files as root, which allows local users to gain privileges by deleting and overwriting arbitrary files.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | U2 Universe | <= 10.0.0.9 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2003-q3/0025.htmlBroken Link, Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2003-q3/0025.htmlBroken Link, Exploit, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2003-0578?
cci_dir in IBM U2 UniVerse 10.0.0.9 and earlier creates hard links and unlinks files as root, which allows local users to gain privileges by deleting and overwriting arbitrary files.
How severe is CVE-2003-0578?
CVE-2003-0578 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0578?
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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