How severe is CVE-2003-0754?

CVE-2003-0754 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0754 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0754?

CVE-2003-0754 affects Newsphp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0754?

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-2003-0754 published?

CVE-2003-0754 was published on 2003-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0754

CVE-2003-0754 is a high-severity vulnerability in Newsphp 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: 2% (81st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Newsphp
Published: 2003-10-20
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

nphpd.php in newsPHP 216 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via an HTTP request with a modified nphp_users array, which is used for authentication.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0754?: nphpd.php in newsPHP 216 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via an HTTP request with a modified nphp_users array, which is used for authentication.
How severe is CVE-2003-0754?: CVE-2003-0754 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0754 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0754?: CVE-2003-0754 affects Newsphp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0754?: 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-2003-0754 published?: CVE-2003-0754 was published on 2003-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2003-08/0345.html

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:newsphp:newsphp:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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