How severe is CVE-2003-0680?

CVE-2003-0680 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0680 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (65th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0680?

CVE-2003-0680 primarily affects Sgi Irix. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0680?

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-2003-0680 published?

CVE-2003-0680 was published on 2003-10-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0680

CVE-2003-0680 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sgi Irix 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: 1% (65th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sgi Irix
Published: 2003-10-06
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unknown vulnerability in NFS for SGI IRIX 6.5.21 and earlier may allow an NFS client to bypass read-only restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0680?: Unknown vulnerability in NFS for SGI IRIX 6.5.21 and earlier may allow an NFS client to bypass read-only restrictions.
How severe is CVE-2003-0680?: CVE-2003-0680 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0680 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (65th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0680?: CVE-2003-0680 primarily affects Sgi Irix. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0680?: 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-2003-0680 published?: CVE-2003-0680 was published on 2003-10-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20030901-01-P

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:6.5.21:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:6.5.21f:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:6.5.21m:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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