How severe is CVE-2004-1725?

CVE-2004-1725 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-1725 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2004-1725?

CVE-2004-1725 affects John Bradley Xv. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1725?

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-2004-1725 published?

CVE-2004-1725 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-1725

CVE-2004-1725 is a high-severity vulnerability in John Bradley Xv 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: 4% (89th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: John Bradley Xv
Published: 2004-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in xvbmp.c in XV allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted image file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1725?: Stack-based buffer overflow in xvbmp.c in XV allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted image file.
How severe is CVE-2004-1725?: CVE-2004-1725 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-1725 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1725?: CVE-2004-1725 affects John Bradley Xv. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1725?: 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-2004-1725 published?: CVE-2004-1725 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:john_bradley:xv:3.10a:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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