CVE-2004-2599

CVE-2004-2599 is a low-severity vulnerability 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

Description

Multiple buffer overflows in Quake II server before R1Q2, as used in multiple products, allow local users to cause a denial of service (application crash) via the server console or rcon.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-2599?
Multiple buffer overflows in Quake II server before R1Q2, as used in multiple products, allow local users to cause a denial of service (application crash) via the server console or rcon.
How severe is CVE-2004-2599?
CVE-2004-2599 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2004-2599 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2599?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2004-2599 published?
CVE-2004-2599 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

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