CVE-2004-0784

CVE-2004-0784 is a high-severity vulnerability in Rob Flynn Gaim 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

The smiley theme functionality in Gaim before 0.82 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the filename of the tar file that is dragged to the smiley selector.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0784?
The smiley theme functionality in Gaim before 0.82 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the filename of the tar file that is dragged to the smiley selector.
How severe is CVE-2004-0784?
CVE-2004-0784 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0784 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0784?
CVE-2004-0784 primarily affects Rob Flynn Gaim. In total, 29 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0784?
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-2004-0784 published?
CVE-2004-0784 was published on 2004-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (29)

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