How severe is CVE-2004-2739?

CVE-2004-2739 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2004-2739 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-2004-2739?

CVE-2004-2739 primarily affects Phprojekt. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2004-2739?

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-2004-2739 published?

CVE-2004-2739 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2004-2739

CVE-2004-2739 is a high-severity vulnerability in Phprojekt 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (74th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Phprojekt
Published: 2004-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The setup routine (setup.php) in PHProjekt 4.2.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to modify system configuration via unknown attack vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-2739?: The setup routine (setup.php) in PHProjekt 4.2.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to modify system configuration via unknown attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2004-2739?: CVE-2004-2739 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-2739 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-2004-2739?: CVE-2004-2739 primarily affects Phprojekt. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2739?: 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-2004-2739 published?: CVE-2004-2739 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (12)

cpe:2.3:a:phprojekt:phprojekt:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phprojekt:phprojekt:2.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phprojekt:phprojekt:2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phprojekt:phprojekt:2.1a:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phprojekt:phprojekt:2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phprojekt:phprojekt:2.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phprojekt:phprojekt:2.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phprojekt:phprojekt:2.4a:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phprojekt:phprojekt:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phprojekt:phprojekt:3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phprojekt:phprojekt:3.1a:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phprojekt:phprojekt:3.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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