CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2005-3013: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Sep 21 2005(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in liby2util in Yet another Setup Tool (YaST) for SuSE Linux 9.3 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long Loc entry.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SUSE Linux=9.3
SUSE Linux=9.3
SUSE Linux=9.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-3013?

    CVE-2005-3013 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-3013?

    To fix CVE-2005-3013, users should upgrade to a patched version of SUSE Linux that addresses the buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2005-3013?

    CVE-2005-3013 affects local users of SUSE Linux 9.3, including both personal and professional versions.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-3013?

    CVE-2005-3013 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability in the liby2util component of YaST.

  • Can CVE-2005-3013 be exploited remotely?

    No, CVE-2005-3013 requires local access to the affected system for exploitation.

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