CVE-2004-0640

Description

Format string vulnerability in the SSL_set_verify function in telnetd.c for SSLtelnet daemon (SSLtelnetd) 0.13 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

10.0

CVSS

Severity: Critical

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 3.45% Top 15%

Vendor Advisory debian.org

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16653	vdb entry
http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=114&type=vulnerabilities
http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-529	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2004-0640?: CVE-2004-0640 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2004-0640?: To fix CVE-2004-0640, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2004-0640 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2004-0640 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~3% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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