CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2003-0390: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Jun 10 2003(Updated: )

Multiple buffer overflows in Options Parsing Tool (OPT) shared library 3.18 and earlier, when used in setuid programs, may allow local users to execute arbitrary code via long command line options that are fed into macros such as opt_warn_2, as used in functions such as opt_atoi.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apache James<=3.18

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0390?

    CVE-2003-0390 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0390?

    To fix CVE-2003-0390, upgrade the Options Parsing Tool (OPT) shared library to version 3.19 or later.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2003-0390?

    CVE-2003-0390 affects Options Parsing Tool (OPT) versions 3.18 and earlier.

  • What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2003-0390?

    CVE-2003-0390 allows local users to exploit buffer overflows to execute arbitrary code via crafted command line options.

  • Who is at risk from CVE-2003-0390?

    Local users of setuid programs that utilize the vulnerable Options Parsing Tool library are at risk from CVE-2003-0390.

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