How severe is CVE-2003-0723?

CVE-2003-0723 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0723 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0723?

CVE-2003-0723 primarily affects Gkrellm. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0723?

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-2003-0723 published?

CVE-2003-0723 was published on 2003-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0723

CVE-2003-0723 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gkrellm 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: 4% (89th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Gkrellm
Published: 2003-10-20
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in gkrellmd for gkrellm 2.1.x before 2.1.14 may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0723?: Buffer overflow in gkrellmd for gkrellm 2.1.x before 2.1.14 may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2003-0723?: CVE-2003-0723 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0723 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0723?: CVE-2003-0723 primarily affects Gkrellm. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0723?: 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-2003-0723 published?: CVE-2003-0723 was published on 2003-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:087

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:gkrellm:gkrellm:2.1.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:gkrellm:gkrellm:2.1.13:*:*:*:*:*:*:*