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CVE-2004-1898

HighPublished

Stack-based buffer overflow in the administration interface in Monit 1.4 through 4.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long username.

Published: May 10, 2005
Updated: Aug 8, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Oct 17, 2004

Primary CVSS

10.0/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

16.6%

Moderate · next 30 days

Percentile: 96.9%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

Stack-based buffer overflow in the administration interface in Monit 1.4 through 4.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long username.

Sources

Monit 4.2 - Basic Authentication Remote Code ExecutionExploit
rtk · linux · Oct 17, 2004

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