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CVE-2003-0581

UnknownEPSS 2.50%

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CVE-2003-0581 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. X Fontserver for Truetype fonts (xfstt) 1.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a (1) FS_QueryXExtents8 or (2) FS_QueryXBitmaps8 packet, and possibly other types of packets, with a large num_ranges value, which causes an out-of-bounds array access.. EPSS estimates a 2.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

X Fontserver for Truetype fonts (xfstt) 1.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a (1) FS_QueryXExtents8 or (2) FS_QueryXBitmaps8 packet, and possibly other types of packets, with a large num_ranges value, which causes an out-of-bounds array access.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.50%

82.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
XfsttXfstt1.2.1
XfsttXfstt1.4

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-0581?
X Fontserver for Truetype fonts (xfstt) 1.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a (1) FS_QueryXExtents8 or (2) FS_QueryXBitmaps8 packet, and possibly other types of packets, with a large num_ranges value, which causes an out-of-bounds array access.
How severe is CVE-2003-0581?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0581 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0581?
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