CVE-2003-0939

CVE-2003-0939 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sap Sap Db 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

Description

eo420_GetStringFromVarPart in veo420.c for SAP database server (SAP DB) 7.4.03.27 and earlier may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a connect packet with a 256 byte segment to the niserver (aka serv.exe) process on TCP port 7269, which prevents the server from NULL terminating the string and leads to a buffer overflow.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0939?
eo420_GetStringFromVarPart in veo420.c for SAP database server (SAP DB) 7.4.03.27 and earlier may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a connect packet with a 256 byte segment to the niserver (aka serv.exe) process on TCP port 7269, which prevents the server from NULL terminating the string and leads to a buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2003-0939?
CVE-2003-0939 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0939 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0939?
CVE-2003-0939 affects Sap Sap Db. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0939?
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-2003-0939 published?
CVE-2003-0939 was published on 2003-12-15 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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