First published: Thu May 24 2001(Updated: )
Buffer overflows in Sierra Half-Life build 1573 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long map command, (2) a long exec command, or (3) long input in a configuration file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Sierra Half-Life | <=1573 | |
Valve Software Half-life | <=1573 |
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CVE-2001-0358 has a high severity rating due to the potential for attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.
To fix CVE-2001-0358, upgrade Sierra Half-Life or Valve Software Half-Life to a version later than 1573.
CVE-2001-0358 can be exploited through long map commands, long exec commands, or excessive input in configuration files.
Versions of Sierra Half-Life up to and including version 1573 are affected by CVE-2001-0358.
Yes, both Sierra Half-Life and Valve Software Half-Life versions up to 1573 are affected by CVE-2001-0358.