CVE-2004-1908

CVE-2004-1908 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Mcafee Freescan with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

McFreeScan.CoMcFreeScan.1 ActiveX object in Mcafee FreeScan allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via the GetSpecialFolderLocation function with certain parameters.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1908?
McFreeScan.CoMcFreeScan.1 ActiveX object in Mcafee FreeScan allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via the GetSpecialFolderLocation function with certain parameters.
How severe is CVE-2004-1908?
CVE-2004-1908 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2004-1908 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1908?
CVE-2004-1908 affects Mcafee Freescan. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1908?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2004-1908 published?
CVE-2004-1908 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)