CVE-2005-0491: Buffer Overflow
Published Feb 21, 2005
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in Knox Arkeia Server Backup 5.3.x allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long type 77 request.
Affected Software
9 affected components
Knox Software Arkeia Server Backup=5.3.3
Knox Software Arkeia Server Backup=5.3.0_rc3
Knox Software Arkeia Server Backup=5.3.0_rc4
Knox Software Arkeia Server Backup=5.3.1
Knox Software Arkeia Server Backup=5.3.2
Knox Software Arkeia Server Backup=5.3.4
Knox Software Arkeia Server Backup=5.3.0_rc2
Knox Software Arkeia Server Backup=5.3.0
Knox Software Arkeia Server Backup=5.3.0_rc1
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Feb 21, 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-2005-0491?
CVE-2005-0491 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-0491?
To mitigate CVE-2005-0491, upgrade to the latest patched version of Knox Arkeia Server Backup.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-0491?
CVE-2005-0491 affects versions 5.3.0 through 5.3.4 of Knox Arkeia Server Backup.
4
Can CVE-2005-0491 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-0491 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending a specially crafted type 77 request.
5
What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2005-0491?
Exploiting CVE-2005-0491 may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable system.