CVE-2004-0480: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2004-0480: Argument injection vulnerability in IBM Lotus Notes 6.0.3 and 6.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitr...

Argument injection vulnerability in IBM Lotus Notes 6.0.3 and 6.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a notes: URI that uses a UNC network share pathname to provide an alternate notes.ini configuration file to notes.exe.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 00:17 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2004-0480 affects legacy IBM Lotus Notes clients. A malicious notes: link could make Notes use an attacker-controlled configuration path, potentially causing code execution. The business risk is mainly for organizations still running Lotus Notes 6.0.3 or 6.5 on workstations. Exposure is likely limited to endpoints with IBM Lotus Notes 6.0.3 or 6.5 installed and registered to handle notes: URIs. Modern environments are unlikely to be affected unless legacy Notes clients remain in use. Treat as high priority only if legacy Lotus Notes 6.0.3 or 6.5 clients still exist. If none are present, record the finding as not applicable after inventory validation. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for IBM Lotus Notes 6.0.3 and 6.5.; Check IBM advisory guidance for supported fixes or upgrade paths.; Retire or isolate unsupported legacy Notes clients where possible..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 05:11 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 30, 2004, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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lotus-notes-xss(16496)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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