How severe is CVE-2003-0402?

CVE-2003-0402 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2003-0402 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0402?

CVE-2003-0402 primarily affects Vignette Content Suite. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0402?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2003-0402 published?

CVE-2003-0402 was published on 2003-06-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0402

CVE-2003-0402 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Vignette Content Suite with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 5.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (72nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Vignette Content Suite
Published: 2003-06-30
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The default login template (/vgn/login) in Vignette StoryServer 5 and Vignette V/5 generates different responses whether a user exists or not, which allows remote attackers to identify valid usernames via brute force attacks.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0402?: The default login template (/vgn/login) in Vignette StoryServer 5 and Vignette V/5 generates different responses whether a user exists or not, which allows remote attackers to identify valid usernames via brute force attacks.
How severe is CVE-2003-0402?: CVE-2003-0402 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2003-0402 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0402?: CVE-2003-0402 primarily affects Vignette Content Suite. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0402?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2003-0402 published?: CVE-2003-0402 was published on 2003-06-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:a:vignette:content_suite:5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vignette:content_suite:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vignette:content_suite:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vignette:storyserver:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vignette:storyserver:4.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vignette:storyserver:5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vignette:vignette:5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*