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CVE-2004-1541

First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )

SecureCRT 4.0, 4.1, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a telnet:// URL that uses the /F option to specify a configuration file on a samba share.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SecureCRT=4.0.1
SecureCRT=4.0.2
SecureCRT=4.0.3
SecureCRT=4.0.4
SecureCRT=4.0.5
SecureCRT=4.1
SecureCRT=4.1.1
SecureCRT=4.1.2
SecureCRT=4.1.3
SecureCRT=4.1.4
SecureCRT=4.1.5
SecureCRT=4.1.6
SecureCRT=4.1.7
SecureCRT=4.1.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-1541?

    CVE-2004-1541 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote command execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-1541?

    To mitigate CVE-2004-1541, you should upgrade SecureCRT to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

  • What versions of SecureCRT are affected by CVE-2004-1541?

    Affected versions include SecureCRT 4.0.1 through 4.1.8, with all versions in between also vulnerable.

  • Can CVE-2004-1541 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2004-1541 can be exploited remotely using crafted telnet URLs.

  • What impact can CVE-2004-1541 have on my system?

    Exploitation of CVE-2004-1541 can lead to the execution of arbitrary commands on the affected system.

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