CVE-2005-4085: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 31, 2005
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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.

Affected Software

20 affected components
bluecoat Webproxy=5.0-r1c
bluecoat Webproxy=4.0-r1h
bluecoat Webproxy=5.0-r1b
bluecoat Webproxy=4.0-r1e
bluecoat Webproxy=4.0-r1b
bluecoat Webproxy=4.0-r1a
bluecoat Webproxy=5.2-r1a
bluecoat Webproxy=4.0-r1k
bluecoat Webproxy=4.0-r1f
bluecoat Webproxy=5.1-r1d
bluecoat Webproxy=4.0-r1c
bluecoat Webproxy=5.0-r1a
bluecoat Webproxy=5.1-r1a
bluecoat Webproxy=5.1-r1e
bluecoat Webproxy=4.0-r1n
bluecoat Webproxy=6.0-r1c
bluecoat Webproxy=6.0-r1a
bluecoat Webproxy=4.0-r1m
bluecoat Webproxy=4.0-r1p
bluecoat ProxyAV

Event History

Dec 31, 2005
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Jan 6, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2005-4085?

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

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-4085?

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

3

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.

4

Can CVE-2005-4085 be exploited remotely?

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

5

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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