Is CVE-2003-0500 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2003-0500, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2003-0500 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2003-0500 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2003-0500?

CVE-2003-0500 has a CVSS score of 10.0 (CRITICAL).

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CVE-2003-0500

NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: August 7, 2003· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

10.0

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SQL injection vulnerability in the PostgreSQL authentication module (mod_sql_postgres) for ProFTPD before 1.2.9rc1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL and gain privileges by bypassing authentication or stealing passwords via the USER name.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2003-0500 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2003-0500. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.