How severe is CVE-2004-0045?

CVE-2004-0045 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-0045 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 9% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2004-0045?

CVE-2004-0045 affects Isc Inn. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-0045?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2004-0045 published?

CVE-2004-0045 was published on 2004-02-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-0045

CVE-2004-0045 is a high-severity vulnerability in Isc Inn with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 9% (94th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Isc Inn
Published: 2004-02-03
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in the ARTpost function in art.c in the control message handling code for INN 2.4.0 may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0045?: Buffer overflow in the ARTpost function in art.c in the control message handling code for INN 2.4.0 may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2004-0045?: CVE-2004-0045 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0045 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 9% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0045?: CVE-2004-0045 affects Isc Inn. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0045?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2004-0045 published?: CVE-2004-0045 was published on 2004-02-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:isc:inn:2.4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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