CVE-2004-1295

CVE-2004-1295 is a low-severity vulnerability in Uml-utilities with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The slip_down function in slip.c for the uml_net program in uml-utilities 20030903, when uml_net is installed setuid root, does not verify whether the calling user has sufficient permission to disable an interface, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (network service disabled).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1295?
The slip_down function in slip.c for the uml_net program in uml-utilities 20030903, when uml_net is installed setuid root, does not verify whether the calling user has sufficient permission to disable an interface, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (network service disabled).
How severe is CVE-2004-1295?
CVE-2004-1295 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2004-1295 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (28th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1295?
CVE-2004-1295 affects Uml-utilities. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1295?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2004-1295 published?
CVE-2004-1295 was published on 2005-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)