CVE-2003-0672: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2003-0672: Format string vulnerability in pam-pgsql 0.5.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary cod...

Format string vulnerability in pam-pgsql 0.5.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the username that isp rovided during authentication, which is not properly handled when recording a log message.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 17, 2024, 02:06 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2003-0672 is an old pam-pgsql flaw where a malicious username can trigger unsafe logging behavior during authentication. The CVE says this can allow remote arbitrary code execution. Business urgency depends on whether pam-pgsql 0.5.2 or earlier is still present in any authentication path. Exposure is likely limited to systems that still use pam-pgsql 0.5.2 or earlier for PAM-backed authentication. The source bundle does not provide CPEs, deployment prevalence, operating system scope beyond the Debian advisory reference, or affected downstream package details. Prioritize if legacy Linux authentication infrastructure may still depend on pam-pgsql. The impact is serious because the CVE describes remote code execution, but urgency is lower where asset inventory confirms pam-pgsql is absent or updated. Mitigation focus: Identify any pam-pgsql installations and confirm their versions.; Prioritize replacing or updating pam-pgsql 0.5.2 and earlier.; Review Debian DSA-370 and applicable vendor guidance for fixed packages..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 14, 2003, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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