CVE-2003-0603: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2003-0603: Bugzilla 2.16.x before 2.16.3, 2.17.x before 2.17.4, and earlier versions allows local users to overwrite a...

Bugzilla 2.16.x before 2.16.3, 2.17.x before 2.17.4, and earlier versions allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files that are created in directories with group-writable or world-writable permissions.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 01:58 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Older Bugzilla deployments can let a local user overwrite files through unsafe temporary-file handling. This is not described as a remote internet attack in the supplied sources, but file overwrite can affect system integrity and availability on shared hosts. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Bugzilla instances on systems where untrusted local users can interact with group-writable or world-writable temporary directories used by Bugzilla. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless Bugzilla runs on a shared host with untrusted local users. Prioritize upgrade or retirement of affected instances because arbitrary file overwrite can damage integrity. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Bugzilla to 2.16.3, 2.17.4, or a later fixed release.; Review vendor advisory guidance for the exact deployed Bugzilla branch.; Restrict local shell or system access to trusted administrators only..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 09:31 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 29, 2003, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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