CVE-2005-2958
First published: Tue Oct 25 2005(Updated: )
Multiple format string vulnerabilities in the GNOME Data Access library for GNOME2 (libgda2) 1.2.1 and earlier allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Credit: security@debian.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Gnome Libgda2 | <=1.2.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-871
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200511-01.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15200
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015107
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17391
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17426
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17559
- http://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-announce-list/2005-November/msg00013.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17323
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17339
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17500
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_27_sr.html
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:203
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/212-1/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2958?
CVE-2005-2958 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2958?
To fix CVE-2005-2958, update the GNOME Data Access library to version 1.2.2 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2005-2958?
The affected software includes GNOME Data Access library (libgda2) versions 1.2.1 and earlier.
Can CVE-2005-2958 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-2958 can potentially be exploited remotely by attackers.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-2958?
CVE-2005-2958 is a format string vulnerability, which can lead to arbitrary code execution.
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