CVE-2003-1017

Name: CVE-2003-1017
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2004-01-05T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.00%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2003-1017 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Macromedia Flash Player before 7,0,19,0 stores a Flash data file in a predictable location that is accessible to web browsers such as Internet Explorer and Opera, which allows remote attackers to read restricted files via vulnerabilities in web browsers whose exploits rely on predictable names.. EPSS estimates a 3.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Macromedia Flash Player before 7,0,19,0 stores a Flash data file in a predictable location that is accessible to web browsers such as Internet Explorer and Opera, which allows remote attackers to read restricted files via vulnerabilities in web browsers whose exploits rely on predictable names.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.00%

85.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Macromedia	Director	5.0
Macromedia	Flash Player	4.0_r12
Macromedia	Flash Player	5.0
Macromedia	Flash Player	5.0_r50
Macromedia	Flash Player	6.0
Macromedia	Flash Player	6.0.29.0
Macromedia	Flash Player	6.0.40.0
Macromedia	Flash Player	6.0.47.0
Macromedia	Flash Player	6.0.65.0
Macromedia	Flash Player	6.0.79.0

References

http://www.macromedia.com/devnet/security/security_zone/mpsb03-08.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8900Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/14013
http://www.macromedia.com/devnet/security/security_zone/mpsb03-08.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8900Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/14013

Timeline

Published: Jan 5, 2004
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-1017?

How severe is CVE-2003-1017?

Severity scoring for CVE-2003-1017 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2003-1017?

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-2003-1017?

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Source: NVD / NIST