CVE-2003-1399
1.9 · LOWeject 2.0.10, when installed setuid on systems such as SuSE Linux 7.3, generates different error messages depending on whether a specified file exists or not, which allows local users to obtain sen…
Overview
CVE-2003-1399 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting eject eject. It was published on December 31, 2003 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9 (LOW).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
Technical description
eject 2.0.10, when installed setuid on systems such as SuSE Linux 7.3, generates different error messages depending on whether a specified file exists or not, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from eject. Update eject to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected products
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References
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Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2003-1399?
CVE-2003-1399 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting eject eject. It was published on December 31, 2003 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9 (LOW).
How severe is CVE-2003-1399?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2003-1399?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from eject. Update eject to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2003-1399?
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