Is CVE-2004-0344 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2004-0344, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2004-0344 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2004-0344 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2004-0344?

CVE-2004-0344 has a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM).

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CVE-2004-0344

NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: November 23, 2004· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

6.4

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in ModifyMessage.php in YaBB SE 1.5.4 through 1.5.5b allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the attachOld parameter.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2004-0344 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2004-0344. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.