7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2005-2903: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Sep 14 2005(Updated: )

Heap-based buffer overflow in NOD32 2.5 with nod32.002 1.033 build 1127, with active scanning enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an ARJ archive containing a file with a long filename.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ESET NOD32 Antivirus=2.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-2903?

    CVE-2005-2903 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-2903?

    To fix CVE-2005-2903, upgrade ESET NOD32 Antivirus to a version newer than 2.5 that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What applications are affected by CVE-2005-2903?

    CVE-2005-2903 specifically affects ESET NOD32 Antivirus 2.5 with active scanning enabled.

  • What type of attack is possible with CVE-2005-2903?

    CVE-2005-2903 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a heap-based buffer overflow.

  • What is the cause of CVE-2005-2903?

    CVE-2005-2903 is caused by improper handling of long filenames within ARJ archive files.

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