CVE-2004-1946: Medium severity cherokee cherokee httpd vulnerability

Published Apr 19, 2004
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Updated

Format string vulnerability in the PRINTERROR function in common.c for Cherokee Web Server 0.4.16 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the -C command line argument. NOTE: it is not clear whether this issue could be exploited remotely, or if Cherokee is running at escalated privileges. Therefore it might not be a vulnerability.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cherokee Cherokee HTTPD=0.4.16

Event History

Apr 19, 2004
CVE Published
04:00 AM
May 10, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2004-1946?

CVE-2004-1946 is categorized as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-1946?

To fix CVE-2004-1946, update Cherokee Web Server to version 0.4.17 or later, where this vulnerability is addressed.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2004-1946?

Cherokee Web Server versions 0.4.16 and earlier are affected by CVE-2004-1946.

4

Can CVE-2004-1946 be exploited remotely?

It is unclear whether CVE-2004-1946 can be exploited remotely, as the exploitation primarily involves local users.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2004-1946?

The impact of CVE-2004-1946 allows local users to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising the server's integrity.

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