CVE-2004-1256: Multiple buffer overflows in the (1) event_text and (2) event_specific functions in abc2midi 2004.12.04 all...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2004-1256 describes buffer overflows in abc2midi 2004.12.04. A malicious ABC music notation file could potentially run code with the privileges of the user or service processing it. The business risk is highest where untrusted ABC files are accepted or converted automatically. Exposure is likely limited to systems still running abc2midi 2004.12.04 and processing ABC notation files. Risk increases if file conversion is exposed to external users, email attachments, uploads, shared archives, or automated batch workflows. Treat this as a targeted legacy-software risk. It is not shown as actively exploited, but arbitrary code execution is serious if the tool is still present in file-processing workflows. Prioritize inventory first, then isolation or removal. Mitigation focus: Inventory any abc2midi installations and confirm exact versions.; Avoid processing untrusted ABC files with vulnerable versions.; Run file conversion in a low-privilege, isolated environment..

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Jun 30, 2026, 01:53 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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