CVE-2004-1574
CVE-2004-1574 is a high-severity vulnerability 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: 5% (91st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
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- Last modified:
Description
Buffer overflow in Vypress Messenger 3.5.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a message with a long first field.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2004-1574?
- Buffer overflow in Vypress Messenger 3.5.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a message with a long first field.
- How severe is CVE-2004-1574?
- CVE-2004-1574 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2004-1574 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2004-1574?
- 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-2004-1574 published?
- CVE-2004-1574 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.