How severe is CVE-2003-1343?

CVE-2003-1343 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2003-1343 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2003-1343?

CVE-2003-1343 affects Trend Micro Scanmail. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2003-1343?

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-2003-1343 published?

CVE-2003-1343 was published on 2003-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2003-1343

CVE-2003-1343 is a high-severity vulnerability in Trend Micro Scanmail 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-287.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (84th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Trend Micro Scanmail
Published: 2003-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Trend Micro ScanMail for Exchange (SMEX) before 3.81 and before 6.1 might install a back door account in smg_Smxcfg30.exe, which allows remote attackers to gain access to the web management interface via the vcc parameter, possibly "3560121183d3".

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-1343?: Trend Micro ScanMail for Exchange (SMEX) before 3.81 and before 6.1 might install a back door account in smg_Smxcfg30.exe, which allows remote attackers to gain access to the web management interface via the vcc parameter, possibly "3560121183d3".
How severe is CVE-2003-1343?: CVE-2003-1343 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2003-1343 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-1343?: CVE-2003-1343 affects Trend Micro Scanmail. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1343?: 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-2003-1343 published?: CVE-2003-1343 was published on 2003-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:trend_micro:scanmail:*:*:microsoft_exchange:*:*:*:*:*

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