CVE-2003-0063: High severity Xfree86 Project X11r6 vulnerability
The xterm terminal emulator in XFree86 4.2.0 and earlier allows attackers to modify the window title via a certain character escape sequence and then insert it back to the command line in the user's terminal, e.g. when the user views a file containing the malicious sequence, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0063?
CVE-2003-0063 is considered a medium severity vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0063?
To fix CVE-2003-0063, you should upgrade to a later version of XFree86 that addresses this issue.
What versions of XFree86 are affected by CVE-2003-0063?
CVE-2003-0063 affects XFree86 versions up to and including 4.2.0.
What exploits are associated with CVE-2003-0063?
CVE-2003-0063 can be exploited through specially crafted escape sequences that manipulate the user's terminal.
Is CVE-2003-0063 still relevant today?
While CVE-2003-0063 is an older vulnerability, it is relevant for legacy systems still running vulnerable versions of XFree86.