How severe is CVE-2004-2203?

CVE-2004-2203 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-2203 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2004-2203?

CVE-2004-2203 primarily affects Ansel. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-2203?

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-2004-2203 published?

CVE-2004-2203 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-2203

CVE-2004-2203 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ansel 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% (72nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ansel
Published: 2004-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Ansel 1.2 through 2.0 uses insecure default permissions, which allows remote attackers to gain access to web readable directories.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-2203?: Ansel 1.2 through 2.0 uses insecure default permissions, which allows remote attackers to gain access to web readable directories.
How severe is CVE-2004-2203?: CVE-2004-2203 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-2203 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-2203?: CVE-2004-2203 primarily affects Ansel. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2203?: 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-2004-2203 published?: CVE-2004-2203 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:ansel:ansel:1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ansel:ansel:1.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ansel:ansel:1.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ansel:ansel:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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