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CVE-2004-2280: Buffer overflow in IBM Lotus Notes 6.5.x before 6.5.3 and 6.0.x before 6.0.5 allows remote attackers to cau...

Buffer overflow in IBM Lotus Notes 6.5.x before 6.5.3 and 6.0.x before 6.0.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via unknown vectors related to Java applets, as identified by KSPR62F4KN.

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CVE-2004-2280 is a buffer overflow in older IBM Lotus Notes 6.0.x and 6.5.x releases. A remote attacker could crash the application through unspecified Java applet-related vectors. The public record does not show code execution, active exploitation, or detailed technical vectors. Exposure is most likely in organizations still running legacy IBM Lotus Notes 6.0.x or 6.5.x below the fixed releases. Modern Notes deployments or retired Lotus Notes environments are unlikely to be affected based on the provided sources. Treat this as a legacy software hygiene issue unless vulnerable Lotus Notes versions remain in production. If present, prioritize upgrade or retirement because remote crashes can disrupt collaboration workflows, even without evidence of active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Lotus Notes 6.5.x to 6.5.3 or later.; Upgrade Lotus Notes 6.0.x to 6.0.5 or later.; Check IBM guidance for any version-specific compensating controls..

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