CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2004-0645: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Jul 13 2004(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in the wvHandleDateTimePicture function in wv library (wvWare) 0.7.4 through 0.7.6 and 1.0.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a document with a long DateTime field.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Wvware=0.7.5
Wvware=1.0
Wvware=0.7.4
AbiWord=2.0.4
AbiWord=2.0.7
AbiWord=2.0.3
Wvware=0.7.6
AbiWord=2.0.6
AbiWord=2.0.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-0645?

    CVE-2004-0645 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-0645?

    To fix CVE-2004-0645, upgrade wv library to version 1.0.1 or later, or apply any relevant patches provided by your distribution.

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2004-0645?

    CVE-2004-0645 affects wv library versions 0.7.4 through 0.7.6 and version 1.0.0, as well as specific versions of AbiWord.

  • What exploitation method can attackers use with CVE-2004-0645?

    Attackers can exploit CVE-2004-0645 by crafting a document containing a long DateTime field to trigger the buffer overflow.

  • Is CVE-2004-0645 still a concern in modern applications?

    While CVE-2004-0645 was disclosed in 2004, its relevance depends on the continued use of the affected software versions in current applications.

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