CVE-2003-0783 Memory corruption in n/a
Local attackers can exploit buffer overflows in hztty to gain root privileges and execute arbitrary code.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2003-0783?
CVE-2003-0783 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 23 Sep 2003. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Multiple buffer overflows in hztty 2.0 allow local users to gain root privileges.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2003-0783?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Yongguang Zhang Hztty.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0783?
Apply the vendor's patch.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2003-0783 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2003-0783 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as DSA-385, GHSA-w7gg-86h2-3p69.