CVE-2003-0041

CVE-2003-0041 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Mit Kerberos Ftp Client with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-78.

Key facts

Description

Kerberos FTP client allows remote FTP sites to execute arbitrary code via a pipe (|) character in a filename that is retrieved by the client.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0041?
Kerberos FTP client allows remote FTP sites to execute arbitrary code via a pipe (|) character in a filename that is retrieved by the client.
How severe is CVE-2003-0041?
CVE-2003-0041 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2003-0041 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0041?
CVE-2003-0041 primarily affects Mit Kerberos Ftp Client. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0041?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2003-0041 published?
CVE-2003-0041 was published on 2003-02-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (11)

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