CVE-2003-0655

CVE-2003-0655 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cdrtools 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

rscsi in cdrtools 2.01 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and gain root privileges by specifying the target file as a command line argument, which is modified while rscsi is running with privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0655?
rscsi in cdrtools 2.01 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and gain root privileges by specifying the target file as a command line argument, which is modified while rscsi is running with privileges.
How severe is CVE-2003-0655?
CVE-2003-0655 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0655 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (50th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0655?
CVE-2003-0655 primarily affects Cdrtools. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0655?
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-2003-0655 published?
CVE-2003-0655 was published on 2003-08-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)