CVE-2003-0656

CVE-2003-0656 is a low-severity vulnerability in Eroaster with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

eroaster before 2.2.0 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file that is used as a lockfile.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0656?
eroaster before 2.2.0 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file that is used as a lockfile.
How severe is CVE-2003-0656?
CVE-2003-0656 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2003-0656 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0656?
CVE-2003-0656 primarily affects Eroaster. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0656?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2003-0656 published?
CVE-2003-0656 was published on 2003-08-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)