CVE-2003-0615

CVE-2003-0615 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Cgi.pm with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in start_form() of CGI.pm allows remote attackers to insert web script via a URL that is fed into the form's action parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0615?
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in start_form() of CGI.pm allows remote attackers to insert web script via a URL that is fed into the form's action parameter.
How severe is CVE-2003-0615?
CVE-2003-0615 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2003-0615 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0615?
CVE-2003-0615 primarily affects Cgi.pm. In total, 23 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0615?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2003-0615 published?
CVE-2003-0615 was published on 2003-08-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (23)