How severe is CVE-2004-1791?

CVE-2004-1791 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-1791 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2004-1791?

CVE-2004-1791 affects Edimax Full Rate Adsl Router. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1791?

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-2004-1791 published?

CVE-2004-1791 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-1791

CVE-2004-1791 is a high-severity vulnerability in Edimax Full Rate Adsl Router 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% (75th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Edimax Full Rate Adsl Router
Published: 2004-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The web management interface in Edimax AR-6004 ADSL Routers uses a default administrator name and password, which also appear as the default login text for the management interface, which allows remote attackers to gain access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1791?: The web management interface in Edimax AR-6004 ADSL Routers uses a default administrator name and password, which also appear as the default login text for the management interface, which allows remote attackers to gain access.
How severe is CVE-2004-1791?: CVE-2004-1791 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-1791 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1791?: CVE-2004-1791 affects Edimax Full Rate Adsl Router. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1791?: 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-2004-1791 published?: CVE-2004-1791 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:h:edimax:full_rate_adsl_router:ar_6004:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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