CVE-2004-1274

Name: CVE-2004-1274
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-01-10T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.58%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2004-1274 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The DownloadLoop function in main.c for greed 0.81p allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a GRX file containing a filename with shell metacharacters.. EPSS estimates a 4.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The DownloadLoop function in main.c for greed 0.81p allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a GRX file containing a filename with shell metacharacters.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.58%

90.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Greed	Greed	0.81p

References

http://tigger.uic.edu/~jlongs2/holes/greed.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18634
http://tigger.uic.edu/~jlongs2/holes/greed.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18634

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-1274?

The DownloadLoop function in main.c for greed 0.81p allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a GRX file containing a filename with shell metacharacters.

How severe is CVE-2004-1274?

Severity scoring for CVE-2004-1274 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1274?

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-2004-1274?

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Source: NVD / NIST