CVE-2004-0408 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow in the ident2 ident daemon.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2004-0408?
CVE-2004-0408 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 19 Aug 2004. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Buffer overflow in the child_service function in the ident2 ident daemon allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2004-0408?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Michael Bacarella Ident2.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0408?
Apply the vendor's patch.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2004-0408 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2004-0408 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2004-0408, DSA-494, GHSA-fvq6-vx4f-wh62.