Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2004-2640 is an old LinuxStat flaw where a web CGI script could be abused to read files from the server. The known affected range is LinuxStat before 2.3.1. Business impact depends on whether this legacy component is still deployed and internet-accessible. Exposure is most likely on legacy web servers still running LinuxStat versions earlier than 2.3.1, especially if lstat.cgi is reachable from untrusted networks. Modern environments are unlikely to be exposed unless old CGI tooling remains deployed. Prioritize quickly if LinuxStat is present on public-facing systems, because arbitrary file read can expose credentials or configuration data. If no LinuxStat is deployed, no action is needed beyond documenting the negative inventory result. Mitigation focus: Identify any LinuxStat deployments and confirm installed versions.; Upgrade LinuxStat to 2.3.1 or later where applicable.; Restrict or remove public access to lstat.cgi if the software remains in use..
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- linuxstat-template-directory-traversal(17833)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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