What is the severity of CVE-2004-0769?

CVE-2004-0769 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2004-0769?

To fix CVE-2004-0769, update LHA to the latest version where the vulnerability is patched.

What type of attack does CVE-2004-0769 facilitate?

CVE-2004-0769 facilitates a buffer overflow attack allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Which software is affected by CVE-2004-0769?

CVE-2004-0769 primarily affects the LHA file archiver software.

Can CVE-2004-0769 be exploited through different means?

Yes, CVE-2004-0769 can be exploited using long pathnames in both LHarc format 2 headers and via certain options.

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CVE-2004-0769

critical

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other 119

4/8/2004

8/8/2024

CVE-2004-0769: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Aug 04 2004(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in LHA allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via long pathnames in LHarc format 2 headers for a .LHZ archive, as originally demonstrated using the "x" option but also exploitable through "l" and "v", and fixed in header.c, a different issue than CVE-2004-0771.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2004-0769?
CVE-2004-0769 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0769?
To fix CVE-2004-0769, update LHA to the latest version where the vulnerability is patched.
What type of attack does CVE-2004-0769 facilitate?
CVE-2004-0769 facilitates a buffer overflow attack allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Which software is affected by CVE-2004-0769?
CVE-2004-0769 primarily affects the LHA file archiver software.
Can CVE-2004-0769 be exploited through different means?
Yes, CVE-2004-0769 can be exploited using long pathnames in both LHarc format 2 headers and via certain options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2004-0769?
CVE-2004-0769 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0769?
To fix CVE-2004-0769, update LHA to the latest version where the vulnerability is patched.
What type of attack does CVE-2004-0769 facilitate?
CVE-2004-0769 facilitates a buffer overflow attack allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Which software is affected by CVE-2004-0769?
CVE-2004-0769 primarily affects the LHA file archiver software.
Can CVE-2004-0769 be exploited through different means?
Yes, CVE-2004-0769 can be exploited using long pathnames in both LHarc format 2 headers and via certain options.