How severe is CVE-2003-0405?

CVE-2003-0405 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2003-0405 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-2003-0405?

CVE-2003-0405 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-2003-0405?

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

When was CVE-2003-0405 published?

CVE-2003-0405 was published on 2003-06-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0405

CVE-2003-0405 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

Vignette StoryServer 5 and Vignette V/6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary TCL code via (1) an HTTP query or cookie which is processed in the NEEDS command, or (2) an HTTP Referrer that is processed in the VALID_PATHS command.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0405?: Vignette StoryServer 5 and Vignette V/6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary TCL code via (1) an HTTP query or cookie which is processed in the NEEDS command, or (2) an HTTP Referrer that is processed in the VALID_PATHS command.
How severe is CVE-2003-0405?: CVE-2003-0405 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2003-0405 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-2003-0405?: CVE-2003-0405 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-2003-0405?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2003-0405 published?: CVE-2003-0405 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:6.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vignette:content_suite:6.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vignette:content_suite:6.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vignette:storyserver:5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vignette:vignette:5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*