CVE-2004-0601

CVE-2004-0601 is a high-severity vulnerability in Distcc with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

distcc before 2.16, when running on 64-bit platforms, does not interpret IP-based access control rules correctly, which could allow remote attackers to bypass intended restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0601?
distcc before 2.16, when running on 64-bit platforms, does not interpret IP-based access control rules correctly, which could allow remote attackers to bypass intended restrictions.
How severe is CVE-2004-0601?
CVE-2004-0601 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0601 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0601?
CVE-2004-0601 primarily affects Distcc. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0601?
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-2004-0601 published?
CVE-2004-0601 was published on 2004-12-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)