CVE-2003-0983

CVE-2003-0983 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco 80-7111-01 For The Unity-svrx255-1a 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

Cisco Unity on IBM servers is shipped with default settings that should have been disabled by the manufacturer, which allows local or remote attackers to conduct unauthorized activities via (1) a "bubba" local user account, (2) an open TCP port 34571, or (3) when a local DHCP server is unavailable, a DHCP server on the manufacturer's test network.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-0983?
Cisco Unity on IBM servers is shipped with default settings that should have been disabled by the manufacturer, which allows local or remote attackers to conduct unauthorized activities via (1) a "bubba" local user account, (2) an open TCP port 34571, or (3) when a local DHCP server is unavailable, a DHCP server on the manufacturer's test network.
How severe is CVE-2003-0983?
CVE-2003-0983 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-0983 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-0983?
CVE-2003-0983 primarily affects Cisco 80-7111-01 For The Unity-svrx255-1a. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0983?
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-2003-0983 published?
CVE-2003-0983 was published on 2004-01-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)