How severe is CVE-2004-0768?

CVE-2004-0768 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-0768 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-2004-0768?

CVE-2004-0768 primarily affects Greg Roelofs Libpng3. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-0768?

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-2004-0768 published?

CVE-2004-0768 was published on 2004-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-0768

CVE-2004-0768 is a high-severity vulnerability in Greg Roelofs Libpng3 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: Greg Roelofs Libpng3
Published: 2004-10-20
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

libpng 1.2.5 and earlier does not properly calculate certain buffer offsets, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0768?: libpng 1.2.5 and earlier does not properly calculate certain buffer offsets, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow attack.
How severe is CVE-2004-0768?: CVE-2004-0768 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0768 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-2004-0768?: CVE-2004-0768 primarily affects Greg Roelofs Libpng3. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0768?: 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-2004-0768 published?: CVE-2004-0768 was published on 2004-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:a:greg_roelofs:libpng3:1.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:greg_roelofs:libpng3:1.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:greg_roelofs:libpng3:1.2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:greg_roelofs:libpng3:1.2.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:greg_roelofs:libpng3:1.2.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:greg_roelofs:libpng3:1.2.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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