CVE-2004-0238

CVE-2004-0238 is a high-severity vulnerability in 0verkill with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Multiple buffer overflows in Overkill (0verkill) 0.15pre3 might allow local users to execute arbitrary code in the client via a long HOME environment variable in the (1) load_cfg and (2) save_cfg functions; possibly allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via long strings to (3) the send_message function; and, in the server, via (4) the parse_command_line function.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0238?
Multiple buffer overflows in Overkill (0verkill) 0.15pre3 might allow local users to execute arbitrary code in the client via a long HOME environment variable in the (1) load_cfg and (2) save_cfg functions; possibly allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via long strings to (3) the send_message function; and, in the server, via (4) the parse_command_line function.
How severe is CVE-2004-0238?
CVE-2004-0238 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0238 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0238?
CVE-2004-0238 affects 0verkill. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0238?
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-2004-0238 published?
CVE-2004-0238 was published on 2004-11-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)