PatchTheCVECVE-2003-0381: Multiple vulnerabilities in noweb 2.9 and earlier creates temporary files insecurely, which allows local users
CVE-2003-0381 is a low-severity flaw (CVSS 2.1) affecting noweb. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Multiple vulnerabilities in noweb 2.9 and earlier creates temporary files insecurely, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via multiple vectors including the noroff script.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 2.1 (Low) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 73%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2003-07-24 |
| 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-2003-0381?
noweb: upgrade to newer than 2.9. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2003-0381 being exploited?
CVE-2003-0381 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-2003-0381 affect?
CVE-2003-0381 affects noweb. Severity is low (CVSS 2.1). Multiple vulnerabilities in noweb 2.9 and earlier creates temporary files insecurely, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via multiple vectors including the noroff script.
How urgent is CVE-2003-0381?
Priority 14/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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- CVE-2005-3342 LOW 1.2 DOWNGRADE noweb 2.10c and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via symlink attacks on temporary files