CVE-2004-0262

CVE-2004-0262 is a critical-severity vulnerability in The Palace The Palace Client with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in The Palace 3.5 and earlier client allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a link to a palace:// url followed by a long server address string.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0262?
Stack-based buffer overflow in The Palace 3.5 and earlier client allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a link to a palace:// url followed by a long server address string.
How severe is CVE-2004-0262?
CVE-2004-0262 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2004-0262 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-2004-0262?
CVE-2004-0262 affects The Palace The Palace Client. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0262?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2004-0262 published?
CVE-2004-0262 was published on 2004-11-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)