CVE-2003-0490

CVE-2003-0490 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dantz Retrospect Client 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

Description

The installation of Dantz Retrospect Client 5.0.540 on MacOS X 10.2.6, and possibly other versions, creates critical directories and files with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges as other users by replacing programs with malicious code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0490?
The installation of Dantz Retrospect Client 5.0.540 on MacOS X 10.2.6, and possibly other versions, creates critical directories and files with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges as other users by replacing programs with malicious code.
How severe is CVE-2003-0490?
CVE-2003-0490 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0490 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0490?
CVE-2003-0490 affects Dantz Retrospect Client. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0490?
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-2003-0490 published?
CVE-2003-0490 was published on 2003-08-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)