CVE-2005-2957: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 16, 2005
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in AVIRA Desktop for Windows 1.00.00.68 with AVPACK32.DLL 6.31.0.3, when archive scanning is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename in an ACE archive.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Avira Desktop=1.00.00.68
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Sep 16, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2957?
CVE-2005-2957 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-2957?
To fix CVE-2005-2957, update AVIRA Desktop to a version that has patched this vulnerability.
3
What is the affected software for CVE-2005-2957?
CVE-2005-2957 affects AVIRA Desktop for Windows version 1.00.00.68.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-2957?
CVE-2005-2957 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
5
Can CVE-2005-2957 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-2957 can be exploited remotely via a malicious ACE archive with a long filename.