CVE-2004-0771: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Aug 05 2004(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the extract_one function from lhext.c in LHA may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long w (working directory) command line option, a different issue than CVE-2004-0769. NOTE: this issue may be REJECTED if there are not any cases in which LHA is setuid or is otherwise used across security boundaries.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| LHA (by Tsugio Okamoto) | =1.14 | |
| LHA (by Tsugio Okamoto) | =1.15 | |
| LHA (by Tsugio Okamoto) | =1.17 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10354
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/363418
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=51285
- https://bugzilla.fedora.us/show_bug.cgi?id=1833
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200409-13.xml
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-440.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-323.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=108668791510153
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16196
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A9595
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0771?
CVE-2004-0771 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0771?
To mitigate CVE-2004-0771, upgrade to LHA versions 1.18 or higher, which contain the necessary patches.
What systems are affected by CVE-2004-0771?
CVE-2004-0771 affects LHA versions 1.14, 1.15, and 1.17.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2004-0771?
CVE-2004-0771 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
Who is the vendor associated with CVE-2004-0771?
The vendor associated with CVE-2004-0771 is Tsugio Okamoto, the creator of LHA.
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