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CVE-2004-0914: Integer Overflow

First published: Wed Dec 15 2004(Updated: )

Multiple vulnerabilities in libXpm for 6.8.1 and earlier, as used in XFree86 and other packages, include (1) multiple integer overflows, (2) out-of-bounds memory accesses, (3) directory traversal, (4) shell metacharacter, (5) endless loops, and (6) memory leaks, which could allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information, cause a denial of service (application crash), or execute arbitrary code via a certain XPM image file. NOTE: it is highly likely that this candidate will be SPLIT into other candidates in the future, per CVE's content decisions.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
XFree86 X Server=3.3.4
XFree86 X Server=4.1.0
XFree86 X Server=3.3.6
X11 Fonts Utilities=6.8.1
XFree86 X Server=4.0.2.11
lesstif=0.93.96
lesstif=0.93.91
XFree86 X Server=4.0.3
lesstif=0.93.94
X11 Fonts Utilities=6.7.0
lesstif=0.93.36
XFree86 X Server=4.3.0
XFree86 X Server=3.3
lesstif=0.93.34
XFree86 X Server=4.2.1
X11 Fonts Utilities=6.8
lesstif=0.93.12
lesstif=0.93.40
XFree86 X Server=4.0
XFree86 X Server=3.3.2
XFree86 X Server=3.3.5
XFree86 X Server=4.0.1
XFree86 X Server=4.2.0
XFree86 X Server=4.1.12
XFree86 X Server=3.3.3
XFree86 X Server=4.2.1
lesstif=0.93.18
XFree86 X Server=4.1.11
lesstif=0.93
SUSE Linux=9.0
Red Hat Fedora Core=core_2.0
SUSE Linux=9.2
SUSE Linux=9.0
SUSE Linux=8.2
SUSE Linux=8
SUSE Linux=1.0
SUSE Linux=9.1
Red Hat Fedora Core=core_3.0
Gentoo Linux
SUSE Linux=8.1

Remedy

http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-607

Remedy

http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200411-28.xml

Remedy

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11694

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-0914?

    CVE-2004-0914 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution and Denial of Service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-0914?

    To fix CVE-2004-0914, upgrade to the patched version of the affected software as recommended by your software vendor.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2004-0914?

    CVE-2004-0914 affects multiple versions of libXpm as used in XFree86 and other related packages, specifically versions 6.8.1 and earlier.

  • What types of vulnerabilities are included in CVE-2004-0914?

    CVE-2004-0914 includes multiple vulnerabilities such as integer overflows, out-of-bounds memory accesses, directory traversal, and endless loops.

  • Can CVE-2004-0914 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2004-0914 can be exploited remotely by attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code or cause a Denial of Service.

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