How severe is CVE-2003-0654?

CVE-2003-0654 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0654 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0654?

CVE-2003-0654 affects Autorespond. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0654?

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-2003-0654 published?

CVE-2003-0654 was published on 2003-08-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0654

CVE-2003-0654 is a high-severity vulnerability in Autorespond 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% (82nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Autorespond
Published: 2003-08-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in autorespond may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code as the autorespond user via qmail.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0654?: Buffer overflow in autorespond may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code as the autorespond user via qmail.
How severe is CVE-2003-0654?: CVE-2003-0654 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0654 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0654?: CVE-2003-0654 affects Autorespond. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0654?: 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-2003-0654 published?: CVE-2003-0654 was published on 2003-08-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-373

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:autorespond:autorespond:2.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*