How severe is CVE-2004-2079?

CVE-2004-2079 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-2079 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2004-2079?

CVE-2004-2079 affects Red-m Red-alert. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-2079?

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-2004-2079 published?

CVE-2004-2079 was published on 2004-02-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-2079

CVE-2004-2079 is a high-severity vulnerability in Red-m Red-alert 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% (79th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Red-m Red-alert
Published: 2004-02-09
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Red-M Red-Alert 2.7.5 with software 3.1 build 24 binds authentication to IP addresses, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication by connecting from the same IP address as an active authenticated user.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-2079?: Red-M Red-Alert 2.7.5 with software 3.1 build 24 binds authentication to IP addresses, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication by connecting from the same IP address as an active authenticated user.
How severe is CVE-2004-2079?: CVE-2004-2079 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-2079 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-2079?: CVE-2004-2079 affects Red-m Red-alert. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2079?: 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-2004-2079 published?: CVE-2004-2079 was published on 2004-02-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:h:red-m:red-alert:2.7.5_v3.1_build_24:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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