How severe is CVE-2007-3048?

CVE-2007-3048 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-3048 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-3048?

CVE-2007-3048 affects Gnu Screen. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-3048?

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-2007-3048 published?

CVE-2007-3048 was published on 2007-06-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-3048

CVE-2007-3048 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gnu Screen with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (49th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Gnu Screen
Published: 2007-06-05
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

GNU screen 4.0.3 allows local users to unlock the screen via a CTRL-C sequence at the password prompt. NOTE: multiple third parties report inability to reproduce this issue

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-3048?: GNU screen 4.0.3 allows local users to unlock the screen via a CTRL-C sequence at the password prompt. NOTE: multiple third parties report inability to reproduce this issue
How severe is CVE-2007-3048?: CVE-2007-3048 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-3048 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-3048?: CVE-2007-3048 affects Gnu Screen. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3048?: 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-2007-3048 published?: CVE-2007-3048 was published on 2007-06-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:gnu:screen:4.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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