CVE-2001-0449: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 27, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in WinZip 8.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a long file name that is processed by the /zipandemail command line option.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Winzip Winzip=8.0
Event History
Jun 27, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Mar 9, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0449?
CVE-2001-0449 is considered a significant vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-0449?
To fix CVE-2001-0449, users should upgrade WinZip to a version that is not affected by this buffer overflow vulnerability.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2001-0449?
CVE-2001-0449 specifically affects WinZip version 8.0.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0449?
CVE-2001-0449 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands.
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How can attackers exploit CVE-2001-0449?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2001-0449 by providing a long file name through the /zipandemail command line option.