CVE-2005-3013: Buffer Overflow
Published 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.
Affected Software
3 affected components
SUSE SuSE Linux=9.3
SUSE SuSE Linux=9.3
SUSE SuSE Linux=9.3
Event History
Sep 21, 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-2005-3013?
CVE-2005-3013 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.
2
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.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2005-3013?
CVE-2005-3013 affects local users of SUSE Linux 9.3, including both personal and professional versions.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-3013?
CVE-2005-3013 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability in the liby2util component of YaST.
5
Can CVE-2005-3013 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2005-3013 requires local access to the affected system for exploitation.