CVE-2005-0490: Buffer Overflow
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in libcURL and cURL 7.12.1, and possibly other versions, allow remote malicious web servers to execute arbitrary code via base64 encoded replies that exceed the intended buffer lengths when decoded, which is not properly handled by (1) the Curlinputntlm function in httpntlm.c during NTLM authentication or (2) the Curlkrbkauth and krb4auth functions in krb4.c during Kerberos authentication.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0490?
CVE-2005-0490 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0490?
To fix CVE-2005-0490, upgrade cURL and libcurl to version 7.12.2 or later where the vulnerability is addressed.
What versions are affected by CVE-2005-0490?
CVE-2005-0490 affects cURL and libcurl versions 7.12.1 and possibly earlier versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-0490?
CVE-2005-0490 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2005-0490 lead to serious consequences?
Yes, CVE-2005-0490 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.