How severe is CVE-2003-0631?

CVE-2003-0631 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0631 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0631?

CVE-2003-0631 primarily affects Vmware Gsx Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0631?

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-2003-0631 published?

CVE-2003-0631 was published on 2003-08-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0631

CVE-2003-0631 is a high-severity vulnerability in Vmware Gsx Server 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (30th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Vmware Gsx Server
Published: 2003-08-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

VMware GSX Server 2.5.1 build 4968 and earlier, and Workstation 4.0 and earlier, allows local users to gain root privileges via certain enivronment variables that are used when launching a virtual machine session.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0631?: VMware GSX Server 2.5.1 build 4968 and earlier, and Workstation 4.0 and earlier, allows local users to gain root privileges via certain enivronment variables that are used when launching a virtual machine session.
How severe is CVE-2003-0631?: CVE-2003-0631 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0631 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0631?: CVE-2003-0631 primarily affects Vmware Gsx Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0631?: 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-2003-0631 published?: CVE-2003-0631 was published on 2003-08-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:vmware:gsx_server:2.5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vmware:workstation:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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