How severe is CVE-2003-0205?

CVE-2003-0205 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0205 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0205?

CVE-2003-0205 affects Gkrellm Newsticker. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0205?

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-2003-0205 published?

CVE-2003-0205 was published on 2003-05-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0205

CVE-2003-0205 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gkrellm Newsticker 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% (78th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Gkrellm Newsticker
Published: 2003-05-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

gkrellm-newsticker gkrellm plugin before 0.3-3.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the ticker title of a URI.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0205?: gkrellm-newsticker gkrellm plugin before 0.3-3.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the ticker title of a URI.
How severe is CVE-2003-0205?: CVE-2003-0205 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0205 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0205?: CVE-2003-0205 affects Gkrellm Newsticker. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0205?: 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-2003-0205 published?: CVE-2003-0205 was published on 2003-05-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:gkrellm_newsticker:gkrellm_newsticker:0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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