CVE-2003-0909

CVE-2003-0909 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Xp with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 21% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Windows XP allows local users to execute arbitrary programs by creating a task at an elevated privilege level through the eventtriggers.exe command-line tool or the Task Scheduler service, aka "Windows Management Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0909?
Windows XP allows local users to execute arbitrary programs by creating a task at an elevated privilege level through the eventtriggers.exe command-line tool or the Task Scheduler service, aka "Windows Management Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2003-0909?
CVE-2003-0909 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0909 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 21% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0909?
CVE-2003-0909 affects Microsoft Windows Xp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0909?
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-2003-0909 published?
CVE-2003-0909 was published on 2004-06-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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