How severe is CVE-2003-0601?

CVE-2003-0601 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0601 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0601?

CVE-2003-0601 primarily affects Apple Mac Os X Server. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0601?

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-2003-0601 published?

CVE-2003-0601 was published on 2004-03-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0601

CVE-2003-0601 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X Server 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: 2% (71st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Apple Mac Os X Server
Published: 2004-03-29
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Workgroup Manager in Apple Mac OS X Server 10.2 through 10.2.6 does not disable a password for a new account before it is saved for the first time, which allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized access via the new account before it is saved.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0601?: Workgroup Manager in Apple Mac OS X Server 10.2 through 10.2.6 does not disable a password for a new account before it is saved for the first time, which allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized access via the new account before it is saved.
How severe is CVE-2003-0601?: CVE-2003-0601 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0601 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0601?: CVE-2003-0601 primarily affects Apple Mac Os X Server. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0601?: 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-2003-0601 published?: CVE-2003-0601 was published on 2004-03-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x_server:10.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x_server:10.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x_server:10.2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x_server:10.2.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x_server:10.2.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x_server:10.2.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x_server:10.2.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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