CVE-2003-1355: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 31, 2003
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the remote console (rcon) in Battlefield 1942 1.2 and 1.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long user name and password.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Electronic Arts Battlefield 1942=1.3
Electronic Arts Battlefield 1942=1.2
Event History
Dec 31, 2003
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Oct 14, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2003-1355?
CVE-2003-1355 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2003-1355?
To mitigate CVE-2003-1355, upgrade to the latest version of Battlefield 1942 or apply any available patches that address this vulnerability.
3
What are the affected versions for CVE-2003-1355?
CVE-2003-1355 affects Battlefield 1942 versions 1.2 and 1.3.
4
Can CVE-2003-1355 lead to remote code execution?
Yes, CVE-2003-1355 can potentially allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
5
What method is exploited in CVE-2003-1355?
CVE-2003-1355 is exploited through a buffer overflow that is triggered by overly long user names and passwords.