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CVE-2004-0290

10.0 · HIGH

Buffer overflow in Purge Jihad 2.0.1 and earlier allows remote game servers to execute arbitrary code via an information packet that contains large (1) battle type and (2) map name fields.

Published Nov 23, 2004freeform_interactiveEPSS 6.15%

Overview

CVE-2004-0290 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting freeform_interactive purge. It was published on November 23, 2004 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Buffer overflow in Purge Jihad 2.0.1 and earlier allows remote game servers to execute arbitrary code via an information packet that contains large (1) battle type and (2) map name fields.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from freeform_interactive. Update purge to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0290?

CVE-2004-0290 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting freeform_interactive purge. It was published on November 23, 2004 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2004-0290?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2004-0290?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from freeform_interactive. Update purge to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2004-0290?

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