CVE-2005-2385: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 27, 2005
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Updated

Buffer overflow in a third-party compression library (UNACEV2.DLL), as used in avast! Antivirus Home/Professional Edition 4.6.665 and Server Edition 4.6.460, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an ACE archive containing a long filename.

Affected Software

3 affected components
ALWIL Avast Antivirus=4.6.665
ALWIL Avast Antivirus=4.6.460
ALWIL Avast Antivirus=4.6.665

Event History

Jul 27, 2005
CVE Published
04:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2005-2385?

CVE-2005-2385 is considered critical due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-2385?

To fix CVE-2005-2385, update to the latest version of avast! Antivirus that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2005-2385?

CVE-2005-2385 affects Avast Antivirus versions 4.6.665 and 4.6.460 for Home, Professional, and Server Editions.

4

Can CVE-2005-2385 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2005-2385 can be exploited remotely through ACE archives containing long filenames.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2005-2385?

The impact of CVE-2005-2385 includes the execution of arbitrary code on the affected systems.

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