How severe is CVE-2004-0831?

CVE-2004-0831 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-0831 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2004-0831?

CVE-2004-0831 primarily affects Mcafee Virusscan. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-0831?

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-2004-0831 published?

CVE-2004-0831 was published on 2004-09-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-0831

CVE-2004-0831 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mcafee Virusscan with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (31st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Mcafee Virusscan
Published: 2004-09-14
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

McAfee VirusScan 4.5.1 does not drop SYSTEM privileges before allowing users to browse for files via the "System Scan" properties of the System Tray applet, which could allow local users to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0831?: McAfee VirusScan 4.5.1 does not drop SYSTEM privileges before allowing users to browse for files via the "System Scan" properties of the System Tray applet, which could allow local users to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2004-0831?: CVE-2004-0831 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0831 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0831?: CVE-2004-0831 primarily affects Mcafee Virusscan. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0831?: 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-2004-0831 published?: CVE-2004-0831 was published on 2004-09-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:mcafee:virusscan:4.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:mcafee:virusscan:4.5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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