CVE-2003-0084

CVE-2003-0084 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mod Auth Any 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

Description

mod_auth_any package in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 2.1 and other operating systems does not properly escape arguments when calling other programs, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0084?
mod_auth_any package in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 2.1 and other operating systems does not properly escape arguments when calling other programs, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters.
How severe is CVE-2003-0084?
CVE-2003-0084 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0084 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0084?
CVE-2003-0084 affects Mod Auth Any. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0084?
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-2003-0084 published?
CVE-2003-0084 was published on 2003-05-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)