CVE-2003-1083: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 31, 2003
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in Monit 1.4 to 4.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP request.
Affected Software
17 affected components
Tildeslash Monit=1.4
Tildeslash Monit=2.3
Tildeslash Monit=2.2.1
Tildeslash Monit=2.2
Tildeslash Monit=3.2
Tildeslash Monit=1.4.1
Tildeslash Monit=3.0
Tildeslash Monit=2.4.2
Tildeslash Monit=2.1
Tildeslash Monit=2.0
Tildeslash Monit=2.4.3
Tildeslash Monit=2.4.1
Tildeslash Monit=2.1.1
Tildeslash Monit=3.1
Tildeslash Monit=2.4
Tildeslash Monit=4.0
Tildeslash Monit=4.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 31, 2003
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Feb 13, 2005
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-2003-1083?
CVE-2003-1083 has a high severity due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2003-1083?
To fix CVE-2003-1083, upgrade Monit to a version beyond 4.1 that resolves the buffer overflow vulnerability.
3
What versions of Monit are affected by CVE-2003-1083?
CVE-2003-1083 affects Monit versions from 1.4 up to and including 4.1.
4
What kind of attack can be executed due to CVE-2003-1083?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2003-1083 to execute arbitrary code on the affected system through a specially crafted HTTP request.
5
Is CVE-2003-1083 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2003-1083 is a remote vulnerability that does not require physical access to the affected system.