CVE-2003-0963

CVE-2003-0963 is a high-severity vulnerability in Alexander V. Lukyanov Lftp with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 14% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflows in (1) try_netscape_proxy and (2) try_squid_eplf for lftp 2.6.9 and earlier allow remote HTTP servers to execute arbitrary code via long directory names that are processed by the ls or rels commands.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0963?
Buffer overflows in (1) try_netscape_proxy and (2) try_squid_eplf for lftp 2.6.9 and earlier allow remote HTTP servers to execute arbitrary code via long directory names that are processed by the ls or rels commands.
How severe is CVE-2003-0963?
CVE-2003-0963 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0963 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 14% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0963?
CVE-2003-0963 primarily affects Alexander V. Lukyanov Lftp. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0963?
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-2003-0963 published?
CVE-2003-0963 was published on 2004-01-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (11)

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