CVE-2004-1010: Buffer Overflow
Published Nov 9, 2004
·Updated
Buffer overflow in Info-Zip 2.3 and possibly earlier versions, when using recursive folder compression, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a ZIP file containing a long pathname.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Info-ZIP Zip=2.3
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Nov 9, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2004-1010?
CVE-2004-1010 has a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2004-1010?
To mitigate CVE-2004-1010, upgrade to a patched version of Info-Zip that addresses the buffer overflow issue.
3
What versions are affected by CVE-2004-1010?
CVE-2004-1010 affects Info-Zip version 2.3 and possibly earlier versions.
4
What is the impact of CVE-2004-1010?
The impact of CVE-2004-1010 is that attackers can execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.
5
Can CVE-2004-1010 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2004-1010 can be exploited remotely using specially crafted ZIP files.