CVE-2004-2635

CVE-2004-2635 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mcafee Security Installer Control System 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

Description

An ActiveX control for McAfee Security Installer Control System 4.0.0.81 allows remote attackers to access the Windows registry via web pages that use the control's RegQueryValue() method.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-2635?
An ActiveX control for McAfee Security Installer Control System 4.0.0.81 allows remote attackers to access the Windows registry via web pages that use the control's RegQueryValue() method.
How severe is CVE-2004-2635?
CVE-2004-2635 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-2635 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-2635?
CVE-2004-2635 affects Mcafee Security Installer Control System. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2635?
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-2004-2635 published?
CVE-2004-2635 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)