How severe is CVE-2004-1291?

CVE-2004-1291 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-1291 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2004-1291?

CVE-2004-1291 affects Amir Malik Qwik Smtpd. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1291?

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-2004-1291 published?

CVE-2004-1291 was published on 2005-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-1291

CVE-2004-1291 is a high-severity vulnerability in Amir Malik Qwik Smtpd 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Amir Malik Qwik Smtpd
Published: 2005-01-10
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in qwik-smtpd allows remote attackers to use the server as an SMTP spam relay via a long HELO command, which overwrites the adjacent localIP data buffer.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1291?: Buffer overflow in qwik-smtpd allows remote attackers to use the server as an SMTP spam relay via a long HELO command, which overwrites the adjacent localIP data buffer.
How severe is CVE-2004-1291?: CVE-2004-1291 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-1291 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1291?: CVE-2004-1291 affects Amir Malik Qwik Smtpd. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1291?: 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-2004-1291 published?: CVE-2004-1291 was published on 2005-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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