How severe is CVE-2003-0262?

CVE-2003-0262 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0262 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0262?

CVE-2003-0262 affects Leksbot. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0262?

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-2003-0262 published?

CVE-2003-0262 was published on 2003-05-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0262

CVE-2003-0262 is a high-severity vulnerability in Leksbot with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (53rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Leksbot
Published: 2003-05-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

leksbot 1.2.3 in Debian GNU/Linux installs the KATAXWR as setuid root, which allows local users to gain root privileges by exploiting unknown vulnerabilities related to the escalated privileges, which KATAXWR is not designed to have.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0262?: leksbot 1.2.3 in Debian GNU/Linux installs the KATAXWR as setuid root, which allows local users to gain root privileges by exploiting unknown vulnerabilities related to the escalated privileges, which KATAXWR is not designed to have.
How severe is CVE-2003-0262?: CVE-2003-0262 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0262 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0262?: CVE-2003-0262 affects Leksbot. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0262?: 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-2003-0262 published?: CVE-2003-0262 was published on 2003-05-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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