CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2005-2081: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Jun 30 2005(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in the function that parses commands in Asterisk 1.0.7, when the 'write = command' option is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a command that has two double quotes followed by a tab character.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Asterisk=1.0.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-2081?

    CVE-2005-2081 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-2081?

    To fix CVE-2005-2081, upgrade to a newer version of Asterisk that addresses this buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2005-2081?

    CVE-2005-2081 specifically affects Asterisk version 1.0.7 with the 'write = command' option enabled.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-2081?

    CVE-2005-2081 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2005-2081 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2005-2081 can be exploited remotely if the affected configuration is in use.

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