CVE-2003-0764: Escapade Scripting Engine (ESP) allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive path information via a malforme...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old information leak in Escapade Scripting Engine. A malformed request can cause an error message revealing server file paths. That does not by itself mean remote code execution, but it can expose internal layout details that help later attacks. The source bundle does not name affected versions or a vendor fix. Exposure is likely limited to legacy sites still running Escapade Scripting Engine. The bundle lists no CPEs, affected versions, or maintained vendor package names, so asset discovery must rely on application inventory, page behavior, and historical ownership records. Prioritize if the organization still hosts legacy ESP applications, especially on public websites. The immediate business risk is information leakage, not proven system takeover. If no ESP deployment exists, track as closed with evidence from inventory rather than spending remediation effort. Mitigation focus: Identify any internet-facing or internal applications using Escapade Scripting Engine.; Check vendor or archival guidance for fixed versions or supported migration paths.; Disable verbose error messages in production responses..

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Jun 30, 2026, 08:29 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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