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CVE-2005-4085: Buffer Overflow

First published: Sat Dec 31 2005(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in BlueCoat (a) WinProxy before 6.1a and (b) the web console access functionality in ProxyAV before 2.4.2.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long Host: header.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Bluecoat ProxySG=5.0-r1c
Bluecoat ProxySG=4.0-r1h
Bluecoat ProxySG=5.0-r1b
Bluecoat ProxySG=4.0-r1e
Bluecoat ProxySG=4.0-r1b
Bluecoat ProxySG=4.0-r1a
Bluecoat ProxySG=5.2-r1a
Bluecoat ProxySG=4.0-r1k
Bluecoat ProxySG=4.0-r1f
Bluecoat ProxySG=5.1-r1d
Bluecoat ProxySG=4.0-r1c
Bluecoat ProxySG=5.0-r1a
Bluecoat ProxySG=5.1-r1a
Bluecoat ProxySG=5.1-r1e
Bluecoat ProxySG=4.0-r1n
Bluecoat ProxySG=6.0-r1c
Bluecoat ProxySG=6.0-r1a
Bluecoat ProxySG=4.0-r1m
Bluecoat ProxySG=4.0-r1p
Bluecoat ProxyAV

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-4085?

    CVE-2005-4085 has a high severity level due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-4085?

    To fix CVE-2005-4085, upgrade to BlueCoat WinProxy version 6.1a or later for affected versions.

  • What specific systems are affected by CVE-2005-4085?

    CVE-2005-4085 affects BlueCoat WinProxy versions prior to 6.1a and ProxyAV versions prior to 2.4.2.3.

  • Can CVE-2005-4085 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2005-4085 can be exploited remotely through a crafted long Host: header.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-4085?

    CVE-2005-4085 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.

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