CVE-2003-0671

CVE-2003-0671 is a high-severity vulnerability in Jeremy Elson Tcpflow 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

Format string vulnerability in tcpflow, when used in a setuid context, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via the device name argument, as demonstrated in Sustworks IPNetSentryX and IPNetMonitorX the setuid program RunTCPFlow.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0671?
Format string vulnerability in tcpflow, when used in a setuid context, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via the device name argument, as demonstrated in Sustworks IPNetSentryX and IPNetMonitorX the setuid program RunTCPFlow.
How severe is CVE-2003-0671?
CVE-2003-0671 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0671 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (42nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0671?
CVE-2003-0671 primarily affects Jeremy Elson Tcpflow. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0671?
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-2003-0671 published?
CVE-2003-0671 was published on 2003-08-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)