CVE-2004-2168

CVE-2004-2168 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Baardsen Software Basomail Server 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

BaSoMail 1.24 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via multiple connections to TCP port (1) 25 (SMTP) or (2) 110 (POP3).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-2168?
BaSoMail 1.24 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via multiple connections to TCP port (1) 25 (SMTP) or (2) 110 (POP3).
How severe is CVE-2004-2168?
CVE-2004-2168 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2004-2168 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-2168?
CVE-2004-2168 affects Baardsen Software Basomail Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2168?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2004-2168 published?
CVE-2004-2168 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)