How severe is CVE-2003-0363?

CVE-2003-0363 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0363 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0363?

CVE-2003-0363 primarily affects Licq. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0363?

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-2003-0363 published?

CVE-2003-0363 was published on 2003-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0363

CVE-2003-0363 is a high-severity vulnerability in Licq 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: 1% (69th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Licq
Published: 2003-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in LICQ 1.2.6, 1.0.3 and possibly other versions allows remote attackers to perform unknown actions via format string specifiers.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0363?: Format string vulnerability in LICQ 1.2.6, 1.0.3 and possibly other versions allows remote attackers to perform unknown actions via format string specifiers.
How severe is CVE-2003-0363?: CVE-2003-0363 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0363 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0363?: CVE-2003-0363 primarily affects Licq. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0363?: 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-2003-0363 published?: CVE-2003-0363 was published on 2003-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://csdl.computer.org/comp/proceedings/hicss/2004/2056/09/205690277.pdf

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:licq:licq:1.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:licq:licq:1.2.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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