Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in gpgkeys_hkp (experimental HKP interface) for the GnuPG (gpg) client 1.2.3 and earlier, and 1.3.3 and earlier, allows remote attackers or a malicious keyserver to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code during key retrieval.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Privacy Guard | 1.2 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107047470625214&w=2
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2003_048_gpg.html
- http://www.s-quadra.com/advisories/Adv-20031203.txt
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/13892
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107047470625214&w=2
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2003_048_gpg.html
- http://www.s-quadra.com/advisories/Adv-20031203.txt
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/13892
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0978?
CVE-2003-0978 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in gpgkeys_hkp (experimental HKP interface) for the GnuPG (gpg) client 1.2.3 and earlier, and 1.3.3 and earlier, allows remote attackers or a malicious keyserver to cause a...
How severe is CVE-2003-0978?
CVE-2003-0978 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2003-0978?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Privacy Guard.