How severe is CVE-2004-0709?

CVE-2004-0709 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-0709 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2004-0709?

CVE-2004-0709 primarily affects Hp Openview Select Access. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-0709?

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-2004-0709 published?

CVE-2004-0709 was published on 2004-07-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-0709

CVE-2004-0709 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Openview Select Access 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hp Openview Select Access
Published: 2004-07-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

HP OpenView Select Access 5.0 through 6.0 does not correctly decode UTF-8 encoded unicode characters in a URL, which could allow remote attackers to bypass access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0709?: HP OpenView Select Access 5.0 through 6.0 does not correctly decode UTF-8 encoded unicode characters in a URL, which could allow remote attackers to bypass access restrictions.
How severe is CVE-2004-0709?: CVE-2004-0709 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0709 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0709?: CVE-2004-0709 primarily affects Hp Openview Select Access. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0709?: 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-2004-0709 published?: CVE-2004-0709 was published on 2004-07-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:hp:openview_select_access:5.0:patch_4:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:openview_select_access:5.1:patch_1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:openview_select_access:5.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:openview_select_access:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*