CVE-2004-2227

Name: CVE-2004-2227
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2004-12-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.80%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2004-2227 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Mozilla Firefox before 1.0 truncates long filenames in the file download dialog box, which makes it easier for remote attackers to trick users into downloading files with dangerous extensions.. EPSS estimates a 1.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Mozilla Firefox before 1.0 truncates long filenames in the file download dialog box, which makes it easier for remote attackers to trick users into downloading files with dangerous extensions.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.80%

75.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mozilla	Firefox	0.8
Mozilla	Firefox	0.9
Mozilla	Firefox	0.9.1
Mozilla	Firefox	0.9.2
Mozilla	Firefox	0.9.3
Mozilla	Firefox	0.10
Mozilla	Firefox	0.10.1

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/13144Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/13724Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200501-03.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/11591Patch
https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=234416Patch
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18016
http://secunia.com/advisories/13144Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/13724Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200501-03.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/11591Patch
https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=234416Patch
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18016

Timeline

Published: Dec 31, 2004
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-2227?

Mozilla Firefox before 1.0 truncates long filenames in the file download dialog box, which makes it easier for remote attackers to trick users into downloading files with dangerous extensions.

How severe is CVE-2004-2227?

Severity scoring for CVE-2004-2227 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2004-2227?

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-2004-2227?

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Source: NVD / NIST