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CVE-2004-1958

First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )

Directory traversal vulnerability in manifest.ini in Unreal engine allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via .. (dot dot) sequences in a UMOD (Unreal MOD) file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Unreal Engine=433
Unreal Engine=436
Unreal Tournament=451b
Unreal Tournament=2199_macos
Unreal Tournament=2199_win32
Unreal Tournament=2225_macos
Unreal Tournament=2225_win32

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-1958?

    CVE-2004-1958 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote file overwriting.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-1958?

    To fix CVE-2004-1958, ensure that you update to a patched version of the affected software from Epic Games.

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2004-1958?

    CVE-2004-1958 affects multiple versions of Unreal Engine and Unreal Tournament 2003, including specific OS versions.

  • Can CVE-2004-1958 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2004-1958 can be exploited remotely by attackers using crafted UMOD files.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2004-1958?

    CVE-2004-1958 is a directory traversal vulnerability that enables attackers to access arbitrary files.

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