CVE-2004-0397
HighPublic exploitStack-based buffer overflow during the apr_time_t data conversion in Subversion 1.0.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a (1) DAV2 REPORT query or (2) get-dated-rev svn-protocol command.
Published Jul 7, 2004 · Updated Aug 4, 2026 · Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2004-0397
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2004-0397 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Subversion.
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Subversion 1.0.3-1.
- 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)
75%
Higher than 99.5% 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
Stack-based buffer overflow during the apr_time_t data conversion in Subversion 1.0.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a (1) DAV2 REPORT query or (2) get-dated-rev svn-protocol command.
Affected Products
14 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| SubversionSubversion | 1.0, 1.0.1, 1.0.2 | 1.0.3-1 |
Patched Releases
Subversion
1.0.3-1
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 7, 2004
Last updated
Aug 4, 2026
References
- advisoryhttps://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2004-0397
- advisoryFEDORA-2004-128
- patch20040519 [OpenPKG-SA-2004.023] OpenPKG Security Advisory (subversion)
- patch10386
- exploitMSF svnserve_date.rb
FAQ
Common Questions.
Stack-based buffer overflow during the apr_time_t data conversion in Subversion 1.0.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a (1) DAV2 REPORT query or (2) get-dated-rev svn-protocol command.
Affected: Subversion versions 1.0, 1.0.1, 1.0.2. 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 Subversion 1.0.3-1.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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