CVE-2003-0853: Integer Overflow

Published Oct 25, 2003
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Updated

An integer overflow in ls in the fileutils or coreutils packages may allow local users to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a large -w value, which could be remotely exploited via applications that use ls, such as wu-ftpd.

Affected Software

26 affected components
GNU fileutils=4.0
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18_vr14
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.5.0
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_vr17
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18_vr9
GNU fileutils=4.0.36
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.1
GNU fileutils=4.1
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18_vr10
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18_vr12
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18_vr7
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.6.2
GNU fileutils=4.1.6
GNU fileutils=4.1.7
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_vr16
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.6.0
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18_vr15
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18_vr4
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18_vr5
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18_vr6
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18_vr11
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18_vr13
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta18_vr8
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.4.2_beta2
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.6.1

Remediation

Event History

Oct 25, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Nov 17, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-0853?

CVE-2003-0853 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to denial of service and potential arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2003-0853?

To fix CVE-2003-0853, upgrade the affected GNU Fileutils and wu-ftpd packages to their patched versions.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2003-0853?

CVE-2003-0853 affects GNU Fileutils versions 4.0 and 4.1, as well as multiple versions of wu-ftpd.

4

Can CVE-2003-0853 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2003-0853 can potentially be exploited remotely through applications that utilize ls, such as wu-ftpd.

5

Who is impacted by CVE-2003-0853?

Local users are impacted by CVE-2003-0853, which may allow them to cause disruptions or exploit the vulnerability.

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