Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2004-2440 is an old proxytunnel issue where a local user could obtain another user's proxy username or password. The public record names proxytunnel 1.1.3 and earlier. This matters mainly on shared systems or legacy servers where proxytunnel is still installed and proxy credentials remain valid. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix-like or multi-user systems running proxytunnel 1.1.3 or earlier with proxy credentials in use. Single-user systems, removed installations, or deployments without stored or supplied proxy credentials have lower practical exposure. Treat this as a targeted legacy exposure issue, not an internet-scale emergency. Prioritize discovery and credential hygiene where proxytunnel still exists on shared systems. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for proxytunnel 1.1.3 and earlier.; Check project or vendor guidance for the fixed release path.; Remove proxytunnel where it is no longer operationally required..
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- Known Exploited
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- Published
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- proxytunnel-information-disclosure(17566)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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