How severe is CVE-2003-0672?

CVE-2003-0672 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0672 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0672?

CVE-2003-0672 primarily affects Leon J Breedt Pam-pgsql. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0672?

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-2003-0672 published?

CVE-2003-0672 was published on 2003-08-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0672

CVE-2003-0672 is a high-severity vulnerability in Leon J Breedt Pam-pgsql 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: 3% (86th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Leon J Breedt Pam-pgsql
Published: 2003-08-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in pam-pgsql 0.5.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the username that isp rovided during authentication, which is not properly handled when recording a log message.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0672?: Format string vulnerability in pam-pgsql 0.5.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the username that isp rovided during authentication, which is not properly handled when recording a log message.
How severe is CVE-2003-0672?: CVE-2003-0672 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0672 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0672?: CVE-2003-0672 primarily affects Leon J Breedt Pam-pgsql. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0672?: 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-2003-0672 published?: CVE-2003-0672 was published on 2003-08-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-370

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:leon_j_breedt:pam-pgsql:0.5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:leon_j_breedt:pam-pgsql:0.5.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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