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CVE-2004-0826

7.5 · HIGH

Heap-based buffer overflow in Netscape Network Security Services (NSS) library allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a modified record length field in an SSLv2 client hello message.

Published Dec 31, 2004mozillaEPSS 22.53%

Overview

CVE-2004-0826 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting mozilla network_security_services. It was published on December 31, 2004 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Heap-based buffer overflow in Netscape Network Security Services (NSS) library allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a modified record length field in an SSLv2 client hello message.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from mozilla. Update network_security_services 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-2004-0826?

CVE-2004-0826 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting mozilla network_security_services. It was published on December 31, 2004 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2004-0826?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, 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-2004-0826?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from mozilla. Update network_security_services 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.

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