CVE-2004-1301

Name: CVE-2004-1301
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-01-10T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 6.17%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2004-1301 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the book_format_sql function in format.c for xlreader 0.9.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Excel (XLS) file.. EPSS estimates a 6.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in the book_format_sql function in format.c for xlreader 0.9.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Excel (XLS) file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

6.17%

92.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Xlreader	Xlreader	0.9

References

http://tigger.uic.edu/~jlongs2/holes/xlreader.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18612
http://tigger.uic.edu/~jlongs2/holes/xlreader.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18612

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-1301?

Buffer overflow in the book_format_sql function in format.c for xlreader 0.9.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Excel (XLS) file.

How severe is CVE-2004-1301?

Severity scoring for CVE-2004-1301 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1301?

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-2004-1301?

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Source: NVD / NIST