First published: Mon Aug 01 2005(Updated: )
Format string vulnerability in the nm_info_handler function in Network Manager may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a Wireless Access Point identifier, which is not properly handled in a syslog call.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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NetworkManager | <0.4.1 |
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CVE-2005-2410 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
To fix CVE-2005-2410, update Network Manager to version 0.4.1 or later.
CVE-2005-2410 is a format string vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
CVE-2005-2410 affects versions of Network Manager prior to 0.4.1.
Yes, CVE-2005-2410 can be exploited remotely if an attacker can send crafted Wireless Access Point identifiers.