CVE-2004-1626
MediumPublic exploitBuffer overflow in Ability Server 2.34, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long STOR command.
Published Oct 22, 2004 · Updated Apr 15, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2004-1626 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 5.0 v2) affecting Ability Server (Code-Crafters).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
5.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
67%
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
Buffer overflow in Ability Server 2.34, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long STOR command.
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Ability ServerCode-Crafters | 2.2.5, 2.3.2, 2.3.4 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Oct 22, 2004
Last updated
Apr 15, 2026
References
- advisory12941
- advisoryVU#857846
- exploitMSF ability_server_stor.rb
- exploitExploitDB-588
- exploitExploitDB-618
FAQ
Common Questions.
Buffer overflow in Ability Server 2.34, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long STOR command.
Affected: Ability Server (Code-Crafters) versions 2.2.5, 2.3.2, 2.3.4. 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.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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