CVE-2003-0697

CVE-2003-0697 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Aix 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 lpd in the bos.rte.printers fileset for AIX 4.3 through 5.2, with debug enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) or gain root privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0697?
Format string vulnerability in lpd in the bos.rte.printers fileset for AIX 4.3 through 5.2, with debug enabled, allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) or gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2003-0697?
CVE-2003-0697 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0697 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-2003-0697?
CVE-2003-0697 primarily affects Ibm Aix. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0697?
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-2003-0697 published?
CVE-2003-0697 was published on 2003-10-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

More vulnerabilities in Ibm Aix

All CVEs affecting Ibm Aix →