CVE-2003-0050
HighExploitedPublic exploitparse_xml.cgi in Apple Darwin Streaming Administration Server 4.1.2 and QuickTime Streaming Server 4.1.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters.
Published Mar 7, 2003 · Updated Apr 15, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2003-0050 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Darwin Streaming Server (Apple), Quicktime Streaming Server (Apple).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Dec 1, 2020. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v2
7.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
69%
Higher than 99.3% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
parse_xml.cgi in Apple Darwin Streaming Administration Server 4.1.2 and QuickTime Streaming Server 4.1.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Dec 1, 2020 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Darwin Streaming ServerApple | 4.1.2 | n/a |
| Quicktime Streaming ServerApple | 4.1.1 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Mar 7, 2003
Added to Industry KEV feed
Dec 1, 2020
Last updated
Apr 15, 2026
References
- advisoryquicktime-darwin-command-execution(11401)
- exploitMSF qtss_parse_xml_exec.rb
- exploitExploitDB-16891
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- otherhttp://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2003/Feb/25/applesa20030225macosx102.txt
FAQ
Common Questions.
parse_xml.cgi in Apple Darwin Streaming Administration Server 4.1.2 and QuickTime Streaming Server 4.1.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters.
Affected: Darwin Streaming Server (Apple) versions 4.1.2; Quicktime Streaming Server (Apple) versions 4.1.1. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Dec 1, 2020.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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