CVE-2004-0536

CVE-2004-0536 is a high-severity vulnerability in Tripwire 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

Format string vulnerability in Tripwire commercial 4.0.1 and earlier, including 2.4, and open source 2.3.1 and earlier, allows local users to gain privileges via format string specifiers in a file name, which is used in the generation of an email report.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0536?
Format string vulnerability in Tripwire commercial 4.0.1 and earlier, including 2.4, and open source 2.3.1 and earlier, allows local users to gain privileges via format string specifiers in a file name, which is used in the generation of an email report.
How severe is CVE-2004-0536?
CVE-2004-0536 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0536 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0536?
CVE-2004-0536 primarily affects Tripwire. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0536?
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-2004-0536 published?
CVE-2004-0536 was published on 2004-08-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (11)

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