CVE-2004-1494: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the Screen Fetch option in XDICT 2002 through 2005 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service ( CPU consumption or application exit) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long string.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsoft Xdict | =2003 | |
| Kingsoft Xdict | =2004 | |
| Kingsoft Xdict | =2002 | |
| Kingsoft Xdict | =2005 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-1494?
CVE-2004-1494 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential to cause a denial of service and execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1494?
To mitigate CVE-2004-1494, users should upgrade to the latest version of Kingsoft Xdict that addresses the buffer overflow vulnerability.
Which versions of Kingsoft Xdict are affected by CVE-2004-1494?
CVE-2004-1494 affects Kingsoft Xdict versions 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2004-1494?
CVE-2004-1494 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2004-1494?
The potential impacts of CVE-2004-1494 include denial of service through increased CPU consumption and the possibility of arbitrary code execution.
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