CVE-2004-0396
HighPublic exploitHeap-based buffer overflow in CVS 1.11.x up to 1.11.15, and 1.12.x up to 1.12.7, when using the pserver mechanism allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via Entry lines.
Published Jun 14, 2004 · Updated Aug 4, 2026 · Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2004-0396, DSA-505
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2004-0396 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Cvs.
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 68% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Cvs 0:1.11.2-22, Cvs 1:1.12.5-6, Cvs 1.11.1p1debian-9woody4.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
7.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
68%
Higher than 99.3% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in CVS 1.11.x up to 1.11.15, and 1.12.x up to 1.12.7, when using the pserver mechanism allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via Entry lines.
Affected Products
14 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| CvsCvs | 1.11, 1.12 | 1:1.12.5-6 |
Patched Releases
Cvs
0:1.11.2-22, 1:1.12.5-6, 1.11.1p1debian-9woody4
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jun 14, 2004
Last updated
Aug 4, 2026
References
- advisoryRHSA-2004:190
- advisoryhttps://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2004-0396
- patchDSA-505
- patchVU#192038
- patchRHSA-2004:190
FAQ
Common Questions.
Heap-based buffer overflow in CVS 1.11.x up to 1.11.15, and 1.12.x up to 1.12.7, when using the pserver mechanism allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via Entry lines.
Affected: Cvs versions 1.11, 1.12. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Cvs 0:1.11.2-22, Cvs 1:1.12.5-6, Cvs 1.11.1p1debian-9woody4.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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