How severe is CVE-2003-0024?

CVE-2003-0024 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0024 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0024?

CVE-2003-0024 affects Aterm. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0024?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2003-0024 published?

CVE-2003-0024 was published on 2003-03-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0024

CVE-2003-0024 is a high-severity vulnerability in Aterm with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (76th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Aterm
Published: 2003-03-03
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The menuBar feature in aterm 0.42 allows attackers to modify menu options and execute arbitrary commands via a certain character escape sequence that inserts the commands into the menu.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0024?: The menuBar feature in aterm 0.42 allows attackers to modify menu options and execute arbitrary commands via a certain character escape sequence that inserts the commands into the menu.
How severe is CVE-2003-0024?: CVE-2003-0024 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0024 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0024?: CVE-2003-0024 affects Aterm. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0024?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2003-0024 published?: CVE-2003-0024 was published on 2003-03-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:aterm:aterm:0.42:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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