CVE-2004-2414

Name: CVE-2004-2414
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2004-12-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.40%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2004-2414 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Novell NetWare 6.5 SP 1.1, when installing or upgrading using the Overlay CDs and performing a custom installation with OpenSSH, includes sensitive password information in the (1) NIOUTPUT.TXT and (2) NI.LOG log files, which might allow local users to obtain the passwords.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Novell NetWare 6.5 SP 1.1, when installing or upgrading using the Overlay CDs and performing a custom installation with OpenSSH, includes sensitive password information in the (1) NIOUTPUT.TXT and (2) NI.LOG log files, which might allow local users to obtain the passwords.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.40%

31.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Novell	Netware	6.5	Sp1.1a

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/11188Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/2968534.htmPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9934Patch
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15600
http://secunia.com/advisories/11188Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/2968534.htmPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9934Patch
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15600

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-2414?

How severe is CVE-2004-2414?

Severity scoring for CVE-2004-2414 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2004-2414?

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