CVE-2004-2480

Name: CVE-2004-2480
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2004-12-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.03%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2004-2480 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Squid Web Proxy Cache 2.3.STABLE5 allows remote attackers to bypass security controls and access arbitrary websites via "@@" sequences in a URL within Internet Explorer.. EPSS estimates a 3.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Squid Web Proxy Cache 2.3.STABLE5 allows remote attackers to bypass security controls and access arbitrary websites via "@@" sequences in a URL within Internet Explorer.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.03%

85.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
National Science Foundation	Squid Web Proxy Cache	2.3_stable5

References

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-2480?

Squid Web Proxy Cache 2.3.STABLE5 allows remote attackers to bypass security controls and access arbitrary websites via "@@" sequences in a URL within Internet Explorer.

How severe is CVE-2004-2480?

Severity scoring for CVE-2004-2480 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2004-2480?

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-2004-2480?

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Source: NVD / NIST