PatchTheCVECVE-2004-0157: x11.c in xonix 1.4 and earlier uses the current working directory to find and execute the rmail program, which
CVE-2004-0157 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.6) affecting xonix. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
x11.c in xonix 1.4 and earlier uses the current working directory to find and execute the rmail program, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code by modifying the path to point to a malicious rmail program.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 4.6 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 63%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2004-06-01 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2004-0157?
xonix: upgrade to newer than 1.4. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2004-0157 being exploited?
CVE-2004-0157 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2004-0157 affect?
CVE-2004-0157 affects xonix. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.6). x11.c in xonix 1.4 and earlier uses the current working directory to find and execute the rmail program, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code by modifying the path to point to a malicious rmail program.
How urgent is CVE-2004-0157?
Priority 25/100. No elevated risk signals yet.