PatchTheCVECVE-2003-0316: Venturi Client before 2.2, as used in certain Fourelle and Venturi Wireless products, can be used as an open p
CVE-2003-0316 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.0) affecting venturi client. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Venturi Client before 2.2, as used in certain Fourelle and Venturi Wireless products, can be used as an open proxy for various protocols, including an open relay for SMTP, which allows it to be abused by spammers.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.0 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.1% (top 34%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2003-06-16 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2003-0316?
venturi client: upgrade to newer than 2.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2003-0316 being exploited?
CVE-2003-0316 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2003-0316 affect?
CVE-2003-0316 affects venturi client. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.0). Venturi Client before 2.2, as used in certain Fourelle and Venturi Wireless products, can be used as an open proxy for various protocols, including an open relay for SMTP, which allows it to be abused by spammers.
How urgent is CVE-2003-0316?
Priority 39/100. Public exploit reference