CVE-2004-1264

CVE-2004-1264 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Chbg with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in the simplify_path function in config.c for ChBg 1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted chbg scenario file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1264?
Buffer overflow in the simplify_path function in config.c for ChBg 1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted chbg scenario file.
How severe is CVE-2004-1264?
CVE-2004-1264 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2004-1264 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 9% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1264?
CVE-2004-1264 affects Chbg. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1264?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2004-1264 published?
CVE-2004-1264 was published on 2005-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)