CVE-2005-1770: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue May 31 2005(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the Aavmker4 device driver in Avast! Antivirus 4.6 and possibly other versions allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via certain signals combined with crafted input.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.357 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.0.202 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.0.168 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.0.211 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.342 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.304 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.319 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.396 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.6.603 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.412 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.0.183 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.335 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.0.235 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.268 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.287 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.418 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.5.518 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.289 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.260 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.389 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.0.229 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.501 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.6.623 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.1.278 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.0.172 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.5.561 | |
| Avast Antivirus | =4.5.549 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1770?
CVE-2005-1770 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service and execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1770?
To fix CVE-2005-1770, users should update Avast Antivirus to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of Avast Antivirus are affected by CVE-2005-1770?
CVE-2005-1770 affects multiple versions of Avast Antivirus including versions 4.1.357, 4.6.603, and several others.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-1770?
CVE-2005-1770 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited through specific signals and crafted input.
Can CVE-2005-1770 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2005-1770 is primarily a local vulnerability, meaning it requires local user access to exploit.
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