CVE-2004-1258

Name: CVE-2004-1258
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-01-10T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 5.95%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2004-1258 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the put_words function in subs.c for abcm2ps 3.7.20 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted ABC files.. EPSS estimates a 5.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in the put_words function in subs.c for abcm2ps 3.7.20 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted ABC files.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.95%

92.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Moinejf	Abcm2ps	3.7.20

References

http://tigger.uic.edu/~jlongs2/holes/abcm2ps.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18579
http://tigger.uic.edu/~jlongs2/holes/abcm2ps.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18579

Timeline

Published: Jan 10, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-1258?

Buffer overflow in the put_words function in subs.c for abcm2ps 3.7.20 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted ABC files.

How severe is CVE-2004-1258?

Severity scoring for CVE-2004-1258 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1258?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2004-1258?

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Source: NVD / NIST