CVE-2004-0566

CVE-2004-0566 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 38% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Integer overflow in imgbmp.cxx for Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a BMP image with a large bfOffBits value.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0566?
Integer overflow in imgbmp.cxx for Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a BMP image with a large bfOffBits value.
How severe is CVE-2004-0566?
CVE-2004-0566 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0566 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 38% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0566?
CVE-2004-0566 primarily affects Microsoft Internet Explorer. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0566?
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-2004-0566 published?
CVE-2004-0566 was published on 2004-07-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (9)

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