CVE-2004-1833

Name: CVE-2004-1833
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2004-03-20T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.15%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2004-1833 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The admin.ib file in Borland Interbase 7.1 for Linux has default world writable permissions, which allows local users to gain database administrative privileges.. EPSS estimates a 2.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The admin.ib file in Borland Interbase 7.1 for Linux has default world writable permissions, which allows local users to gain database administrative privileges.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.15%

79.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Borland Software	Interbase	4.0
Borland Software	Interbase	5.0
Borland Software	Interbase	6.0
Borland Software	Interbase	6.4
Borland Software	Interbase	6.5
Borland Software	Interbase	7.0
Borland Software	Interbase	7.1

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/11172Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1009500Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=80&type=vulnerabilities&flashstatus=trueVendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/4381Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9929Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15546
http://secunia.com/advisories/11172Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1009500Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=80&type=vulnerabilities&flashstatus=trueVendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/4381Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9929Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15546

Timeline

Published: Mar 20, 2004
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-1833?

The admin.ib file in Borland Interbase 7.1 for Linux has default world writable permissions, which allows local users to gain database administrative privileges.

How severe is CVE-2004-1833?

Severity scoring for CVE-2004-1833 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1833?

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-2004-1833?

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Source: NVD / NIST