CVE-2004-0683
First published: Tue Jul 13 2004(Updated: )
Symantec Norton AntiVirus 2002 and 2003 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a compressed archive that contains a large number of directories.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec Norton Antivirus | =2003 | |
| Symantec Norton Antivirus | =2002 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0683?
CVE-2004-0683 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0683?
To fix CVE-2004-0683, upgrade to a version of Symantec Norton AntiVirus that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What causes CVE-2004-0683?
CVE-2004-0683 is caused by the handling of compressed archives containing a large number of directories.
Which versions of Symantec Norton AntiVirus are affected by CVE-2004-0683?
CVE-2004-0683 affects Symantec Norton AntiVirus versions 2002 and 2003.
Can CVE-2004-0683 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2004-0683 can be exploited remotely by attackers who send a specially crafted compressed archive.
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