CVE-2005-0704: Buffer Overflow
Published Mar 17, 2005
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the Etheric dissector in Ethereal 0.10.7 through 0.10.9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Ethereal Group Ethereal=0.10.7
Ethereal Group Ethereal=0.10.8
Ethereal Group Ethereal=0.10.9
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Mar 17, 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-2005-0704?
CVE-2005-0704 has a high severity due to its potential for causing denial of service and executing arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-0704?
To fix CVE-2005-0704, upgrade Ethereal to version 0.10.10 or later.
3
Which versions of Ethereal are affected by CVE-2005-0704?
Ethereal versions 0.10.7, 0.10.8, and 0.10.9 are affected by CVE-2005-0704.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-0704?
CVE-2005-0704 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the Etheric dissector.
5
Can CVE-2005-0704 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-0704 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to cause application crashes or potentially execute arbitrary code.