CVE-2003-0793

CVE-2003-0793 is a low-severity vulnerability in Gnome Gdm with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

GDM 2.4.4.x before 2.4.4.4, and 2.4.1.x before 2.4.1.7, does not restrict the size of input, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0793?
GDM 2.4.4.x before 2.4.4.4, and 2.4.1.x before 2.4.1.7, does not restrict the size of input, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption).
How severe is CVE-2003-0793?
CVE-2003-0793 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2003-0793 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0793?
CVE-2003-0793 primarily affects Gnome Gdm. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0793?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2003-0793 published?
CVE-2003-0793 was published on 2003-11-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (9)

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