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CVE-2003-0165

First published: Sat Mar 29 2003(Updated: )

Format string vulnerability in Eye Of Gnome (EOG) allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a command line argument for the file to display.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Eye of GNOME=1.0.0
Eye of GNOME=1.0.1
Eye of GNOME=1.0.2
Eye of GNOME=1.0.3
Eye of GNOME=1.0.4
Eye of GNOME=1.1.1
Eye of GNOME=1.1.2
Eye of GNOME=1.1.3
Eye of GNOME=1.1.4
Eye of GNOME=2.2.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0165?

    CVE-2003-0165 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0165?

    To fix CVE-2003-0165, upgrade to a patched version of Eye Of Gnome that addresses this format string vulnerability.

  • Which versions of Eye Of Gnome are affected by CVE-2003-0165?

    CVE-2003-0165 affects Eye Of Gnome versions 1.0.0 through 1.1.4.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2003-0165?

    CVE-2003-0165 is a format string vulnerability that can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • Can CVE-2003-0165 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2003-0165 can potentially be exploited remotely through command line arguments.

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