CVE-2003-0780

CVE-2003-0780 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Mysql with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 75% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in get_salt_from_password from sql_acl.cc for MySQL 4.0.14 and earlier, and 3.23.x, allows attackers with ALTER TABLE privileges to execute arbitrary code via a long Password field.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0780?
Buffer overflow in get_salt_from_password from sql_acl.cc for MySQL 4.0.14 and earlier, and 3.23.x, allows attackers with ALTER TABLE privileges to execute arbitrary code via a long Password field.
How severe is CVE-2003-0780?
CVE-2003-0780 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2003-0780 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 75% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0780?
CVE-2003-0780 primarily affects Mysql. In total, 70 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0780?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2003-0780 published?
CVE-2003-0780 was published on 2003-09-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (70)

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