CVE-2004-1469

CVE-2004-1469 is a high-severity vulnerability in Peter D. Gray Sus 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

Description

Format string vulnerability in the log function in SUS 2.0.2, and other versions before 2.0.6, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a command line argument that is passed directly to syslog.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1469?
Format string vulnerability in the log function in SUS 2.0.2, and other versions before 2.0.6, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a command line argument that is passed directly to syslog.
How severe is CVE-2004-1469?
CVE-2004-1469 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-1469 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (45th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1469?
CVE-2004-1469 primarily affects Peter D. Gray Sus. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1469?
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-2004-1469 published?
CVE-2004-1469 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)