CVE-2004-1278

Name: CVE-2004-1278
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-2004-1278 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the switch_voice function in parse.c for jcabc2ps 20040902 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted ABC file.. EPSS estimates a 5.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in the switch_voice function in parse.c for jcabc2ps 20040902 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted ABC file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.95%

92.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Abc2ps	Abc2ps	1.2
John Chambers	Jcabc2ps	2004-09-02

References

http://tigger.uic.edu/~jlongs2/holes/jcabc2ps.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18563
http://tigger.uic.edu/~jlongs2/holes/jcabc2ps.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18563

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-1278?

Buffer overflow in the switch_voice function in parse.c for jcabc2ps 20040902 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted ABC file.

How severe is CVE-2004-1278?

Severity scoring for CVE-2004-1278 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1278?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST