CVE-2004-2079: Red-M Red-Alert 2.7.5 with software 3.1 build 24 binds authentication to IP addresses, which allows remote att

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HIGH 7.5MITIGATE

CVE-2004-2079 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting red-alert. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

Red-M Red-Alert 2.7.5 with software 3.1 build 24 binds authentication to IP addresses, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication by connecting from the same IP address as an active authenticated user.

Why this priority

High severity
Public exploit reference

No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.5 (High)
EPSS exploit chance	2.1% (top 18%)
CISA exploited list	No
Published	2004-02-09
Last modified	2026-06-16

Publisher (CNA): MITRE · Vendor: red-m

Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2004-02-09 05:00 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-16 22:08 UTCUpdated Record last modified

red-m red-alert MITIGATE

Affected: 2.7.5_v3.1_build_24

Fixed in: no fixed release known

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 2.7.5_v3.1_build_24

Firmware

Install the latest firmware from the vendor advisory; if none, apply the vendor workaround.

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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-2004-2079?

red-alert: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2004-2079 being exploited?

CVE-2004-2079 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-2004-2079 affect?

CVE-2004-2079 affects red-alert. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). Red-M Red-Alert 2.7.5 with software 3.1 build 24 binds authentication to IP addresses, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication by connecting from the same IP address as an active authenticated user.

How urgent is CVE-2004-2079?

Priority 52/100. High severity; Public exploit reference

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