How severe is CVE-2004-1116?

CVE-2004-1116 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-1116 being actively exploited?

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

What products are affected by CVE-2004-1116?

CVE-2004-1116 affects Gentoo Linux. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1116?

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-2004-1116 published?

CVE-2004-1116 was published on 2005-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-1116

CVE-2004-1116 is a high-severity vulnerability in Gentoo Linux 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% (30th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Gentoo Linux
Published: 2005-01-10
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The init scripts in Great Internet Mersenne Prime Search (GIMPS) 23.9 and earlier execute user-owned programs with root privileges, which allows local users to gain privileges by modifying the programs.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1116?: The init scripts in Great Internet Mersenne Prime Search (GIMPS) 23.9 and earlier execute user-owned programs with root privileges, which allows local users to gain privileges by modifying the programs.
How severe is CVE-2004-1116?: CVE-2004-1116 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-1116 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1116?: CVE-2004-1116 affects Gentoo Linux. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1116?: 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-2004-1116 published?: CVE-2004-1116 was published on 2005-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:gentoo:linux:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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