CVE-2005-0704: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu 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.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ethereal Group Ethereal | =0.10.7 | |
| Ethereal Group Ethereal | =0.10.8 | |
| Ethereal Group Ethereal | =0.10.9 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.ethereal.com/appnotes/enpa-sa-00018.html
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200503-16.xml
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-306.html
- http://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-legacy-announce/2006-January/msg00003.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12762
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:053
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A10447
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0704?
To fix CVE-2005-0704, upgrade Ethereal to version 0.10.10 or later.
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.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-0704?
CVE-2005-0704 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the Etheric dissector.
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.
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