How severe is CVE-2003-0289?

CVE-2003-0289 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0289 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0289?

CVE-2003-0289 primarily affects Cdrtools Cdrecord. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0289?

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-2003-0289 published?

CVE-2003-0289 was published on 2003-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0289

CVE-2003-0289 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cdrtools Cdrecord 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% (60th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cdrtools Cdrecord
Published: 2003-06-16
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in scsiopen.c of the cdrecord program in cdrtools 2.0 allows local users to gain privileges via format string specifiers in the dev parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0289?: Format string vulnerability in scsiopen.c of the cdrecord program in cdrtools 2.0 allows local users to gain privileges via format string specifiers in the dev parameter.
How severe is CVE-2003-0289?: CVE-2003-0289 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0289 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0289?: CVE-2003-0289 primarily affects Cdrtools Cdrecord. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0289?: 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-2003-0289 published?: CVE-2003-0289 was published on 2003-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:cdrtools:cdrecord:1.11:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cdrtools:cdrecord:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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