CVE-2004-0573

CVE-2004-0573 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Frontpage with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 42% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in the converter for Microsoft WordPerfect 5.x on Office 2000, Office XP, Office 2003, and Works Suites 2001 through 2004 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malicious document or website.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0573?
Buffer overflow in the converter for Microsoft WordPerfect 5.x on Office 2000, Office XP, Office 2003, and Works Suites 2001 through 2004 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malicious document or website.
How severe is CVE-2004-0573?
CVE-2004-0573 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0573 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 42% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0573?
CVE-2004-0573 primarily affects Microsoft Frontpage. In total, 16 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0573?
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-2004-0573 published?
CVE-2004-0573 was published on 2004-09-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (16)

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