How severe is CVE-2003-0785?

CVE-2003-0785 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-0785 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-0785?

CVE-2003-0785 affects Brian Bassett Ipmasq. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-0785?

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-2003-0785 published?

CVE-2003-0785 was published on 2003-10-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-0785

CVE-2003-0785 is a high-severity vulnerability in Brian Bassett Ipmasq 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: 1% (71st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Brian Bassett Ipmasq
Published: 2003-10-06
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

ipmasq before 3.5.12, in certain configurations, may forward packets to the external interface even if the packets are not associated with an established connection, which could allow remote attackers to bypass intended filtering.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0785?: ipmasq before 3.5.12, in certain configurations, may forward packets to the external interface even if the packets are not associated with an established connection, which could allow remote attackers to bypass intended filtering.
How severe is CVE-2003-0785?: CVE-2003-0785 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0785 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0785?: CVE-2003-0785 affects Brian Bassett Ipmasq. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0785?: 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-2003-0785 published?: CVE-2003-0785 was published on 2003-10-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-389

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:h:brian_bassett:ipmasq:3.5.10:*:*:*:*:*:*:*