CVE-2003-1497: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 31, 2003
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the system log viewer of Linksys BEFSX41 1.44.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via an HTTP request with a long LogPageNum variable.
Affected Software
1 affected component
LinkSys BEFSX41=1.43.3
Event History
Dec 31, 2003
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Oct 25, 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-2003-1497?
CVE-2003-1497 has a severity rating that can significantly impact the availability of the device.
2
How do I fix CVE-2003-1497?
To mitigate CVE-2003-1497, updating the firmware of Linksys BEFSX41 to the latest version is recommended.
3
What devices are affected by CVE-2003-1497?
CVE-2003-1497 affects the Linksys BEFSX41 routers running firmware version 1.43.3.
4
What is a buffer overflow in CVE-2003-1497?
A buffer overflow in CVE-2003-1497 occurs when an HTTP request exceeds the allocated memory in the system log viewer, potentially allowing denial of service.
5
Can CVE-2003-1497 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2003-1497 can be exploited remotely by sending a crafted HTTP request with a long Log_Page_Num variable.