How severe is CVE-2004-2400?

CVE-2004-2400 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2004-2400 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2004-2400?

CVE-2004-2400 affects Winftp Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-2400?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2004-2400 published?

CVE-2004-2400 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-2400

CVE-2004-2400 is a low-severity vulnerability in Winftp Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 2.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Winftp Server
Published: 2004-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

WinFTP Server 1.6 stores username and password credentials in plaintext in the data\user.wfd file, which allows local users to gain access to the credentials.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-2400?: WinFTP Server 1.6 stores username and password credentials in plaintext in the data\user.wfd file, which allows local users to gain access to the credentials.
How severe is CVE-2004-2400?: CVE-2004-2400 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2004-2400 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-2400?: CVE-2004-2400 affects Winftp Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2400?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2004-2400 published?: CVE-2004-2400 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:winftp_server:winftp_server:1.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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