CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2005-0993: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Apr 07 2005(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in nwprint in SCO OpenServer 5.0.7 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long command line argument.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Xinuos OpenServer=5.0.7
Xinuos OpenServer=5.0.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-0993?

    CVE-2005-0993 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-0993?

    To mitigate CVE-2005-0993, users should apply the latest patches provided by Xinuos for their OpenServer installations.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2005-0993?

    CVE-2005-0993 affects local users of SCO OpenServer versions 5.0.6 and 5.0.7 who can exploit the buffer overflow.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-0993?

    CVE-2005-0993 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be triggered by providing a long command line argument.

  • Can CVE-2005-0993 be exploited remotely?

    No, CVE-2005-0993 can only be exploited locally by authenticated users.

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