CVE-2004-2481: MyProxy 6.58 allows remote authenticated users in the Users Tab to connect to arbitrary hosts from the MyPr...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes a weakness in MyProxy 6.58 where authenticated users could make the proxy server connect to other hosts. In business terms, a trusted user account could potentially use the server as a bridge around network restrictions. The provided sources do not identify active exploitation, a CVSS score, or a confirmed fixed version. Exposure appears limited to environments running MyProxy 6.58 with authenticated user access to the affected proxy functionality. Risk increases if the MyProxy server has network reachability to sensitive internal systems or restricted external destinations. Prioritize review if MyProxy 6.58 remains in production or can reach restricted internal networks. If no deployment exists, business urgency is low. If present, handle as a legacy perimeter bypass risk requiring containment and replacement planning. Mitigation focus: Inventory any MyProxy 6.58 deployments and exposed proxy user interfaces.; Check vendor or archived MyProxy guidance for fixed versions or official mitigations.; Restrict proxy access to only trusted, necessary authenticated users..

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Jun 29, 2026, 18:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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