CVE-2004-1682: Critical severity QNX RTP vulnerability

Published Aug 15, 2004
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Updated

Format string vulnerability in QNX 6.1 FTP client allows remote authenticated users to gain group bin privileges via format string specifiers in the QUOTE command.

Affected Software

1 affected component
QNX RTP=6.1

Event History

Aug 15, 2004
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Feb 20, 2005
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-2004-1682?

CVE-2004-1682 has a severity rating that can lead to potential privilege escalation for remote authenticated users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-1682?

To mitigate CVE-2004-1682, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of the QNX RTP software.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2004-1682?

Only remote authenticated users of QNX 6.1 FTP client are affected by CVE-2004-1682.

4

What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2004-1682?

CVE-2004-1682 affects systems running QNX RTP version 6.1.

5

What is the attack vector for CVE-2004-1682?

The attack vector for CVE-2004-1682 involves the use of format string specifiers in the QUOTE command within the FTP client.

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