CVE-2005-2096: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 6, 2005
·Updated
zlib 1.2 and later versions allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted compressed stream with an incomplete code description of a length greater than 1, which leads to a buffer overflow, as demonstrated using a crafted PNG file.
Affected Software
3 affected components
zlib zlib=1.2.1
zlib zlib=1.2.0
zlib zlib=1.2.2
Event History
Jul 6, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2096?
CVE-2005-2096 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-2096?
To mitigate CVE-2005-2096, update zlib to version 1.2.3 or later, where the issue has been resolved.
3
What types of software are affected by CVE-2005-2096?
CVE-2005-2096 affects zlib versions 1.2.0, 1.2.1, and 1.2.2.
4
What exploit methods are associated with CVE-2005-2096?
CVE-2005-2096 can be exploited by sending a crafted compressed stream that leads to a buffer overflow.
5
What impact does CVE-2005-2096 have on systems?
The impact of CVE-2005-2096 is primarily denial of service, causing affected applications to crash.