How severe is CVE-2004-0965?

CVE-2004-0965 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-0965 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (47th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2004-0965?

CVE-2004-0965 primarily affects Hp Hp-ux. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-0965?

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-2004-0965 published?

CVE-2004-0965 was published on 2005-02-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-0965

CVE-2004-0965 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Hp-ux 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: 1% (47th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hp Hp-ux
Published: 2005-02-09
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

stmkfont in HP-UX B.11.00 through B.11.23 relies on the user-specified PATH when executing certain commands, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code by modifying the PATH environment variable to point to malicious programs.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0965?: stmkfont in HP-UX B.11.00 through B.11.23 relies on the user-specified PATH when executing certain commands, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code by modifying the PATH environment variable to point to malicious programs.
How severe is CVE-2004-0965?: CVE-2004-0965 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-0965 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (47th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0965?: CVE-2004-0965 primarily affects Hp Hp-ux. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0965?: 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-2004-0965 published?: CVE-2004-0965 was published on 2005-02-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:o:hp:hp-ux:11.00:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:hp:hp-ux:11.11:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:hp:hp-ux:11.22:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:hp:hp-ux:11.23:*:ia64_64-bit:*:*:*:*:*

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