CVE-2004-0396

CVE-2004-0396 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cvs with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 68% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in CVS 1.11.x up to 1.11.15, and 1.12.x up to 1.12.7, when using the pserver mechanism allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via Entry lines.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0396?
Heap-based buffer overflow in CVS 1.11.x up to 1.11.15, and 1.12.x up to 1.12.7, when using the pserver mechanism allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via Entry lines.
How severe is CVE-2004-0396?
CVE-2004-0396 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0396 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 68% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0396?
CVE-2004-0396 primarily affects Cvs. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0396?
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-2004-0396 published?
CVE-2004-0396 was published on 2004-06-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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