CVE-2004-1038: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2004-1038: A design error in the IEEE1394 specification allows attackers with physical access to a device to read and...

A design error in the IEEE1394 specification allows attackers with physical access to a device to read and write to sensitive memory using a modified FireWire/IEEE 1394 client, thus bypassing intended restrictions that would normally require greater degrees of physical access to exploit. NOTE: this was reported in 2008 to affect Windows Vista, but some Linux-based operating systems have protection mechanisms against this attack.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 00:38 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

FireWire/IEEE 1394 can let someone with physical access connect a modified device and read or alter system memory, bypassing normal login protections. This is mainly a physical-access and legacy-hardware risk, but impact can be severe on exposed machines. Systems with enabled FireWire/IEEE 1394 ports or adapters are the likely exposure. Risk is highest for laptops, workstations, kiosks, forensic targets, and other devices where an attacker can briefly attach hardware. Prioritize this where legacy FireWire ports still exist on accessible systems. It is not a broad internet-facing emergency, but it can undermine authentication and data protection if an attacker can touch the device. Mitigation focus: Inventory devices with FireWire or IEEE1394 controllers.; Disable FireWire/IEEE1394 where business use is unnecessary.; Remove unused adapters, docks, or expansion cards..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 02:24 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 16, 2004, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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firewire-ieee1394-interface-installed(18041)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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