CVE-2003-0947

UnknownEPSS 1.30%

Last modified

CVE-2003-0947 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in iwconfig, when installed setuid, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long OUT environment variable.. EPSS estimates a 1.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in iwconfig, when installed setuid, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long OUT environment variable.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.30%

66.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Wireless Tools ProjectWireless Tools19
Wireless Tools ProjectWireless Tools20
Wireless Tools ProjectWireless Tools21
Wireless Tools ProjectWireless Tools22
Wireless Tools ProjectWireless Tools23
Wireless Tools ProjectWireless Tools24
Wireless Tools ProjectWireless Tools25
Wireless Tools ProjectWireless Tools26

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-0947?
Buffer overflow in iwconfig, when installed setuid, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long OUT environment variable.
How severe is CVE-2003-0947?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0947 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0947?
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-2003-0947?

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Source: NVD / NIST