CVE-2003-0699

CVE-2003-0699 is a high-severity vulnerability in Redhat Enterprise Linux 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

Description

The C-Media PCI sound driver in Linux before 2.4.21 does not use the get_user function to access userspace, which crosses security boundaries and may facilitate the exploitation of vulnerabilities, a different vulnerability than CVE-2003-0700.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0699?
The C-Media PCI sound driver in Linux before 2.4.21 does not use the get_user function to access userspace, which crosses security boundaries and may facilitate the exploitation of vulnerabilities, a different vulnerability than CVE-2003-0700.
How severe is CVE-2003-0699?
CVE-2003-0699 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0699 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0699?
CVE-2003-0699 primarily affects Redhat Enterprise Linux. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0699?
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-2003-0699 published?
CVE-2003-0699 was published on 2003-08-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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