CVE-2005-4620: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 31, 2005
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Updated

Buffer overflow in WinRAR 3.50 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long command-line argument. NOTE: because this program executes with the privileges of the invoking user, and because remote programs do not normally have the ability to specify a command-line argument for this program, there may not be a typical attack vector for the issue that crosses privilege boundaries. Therefore this may not be a vulnerability.

Affected Software

12 affected components
RARLAB WinRAR=2.90
RARLAB WinRAR=3.0.0
RARLAB WinRAR=3.10
RARLAB WinRAR=3.10_beta3
RARLAB WinRAR=3.10_beta5
RARLAB WinRAR=3.11
RARLAB WinRAR=3.20
RARLAB WinRAR=3.30
RARLAB WinRAR=3.40
RARLAB WinRAR=3.41
RARLAB WinRAR=3.42
RARLAB WinRAR=3.50

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-2005-4620?

CVE-2005-4620 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-4620?

To fix CVE-2005-4620, upgrade to a version of WinRAR that is newer than 3.50, as it addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2005-4620?

Local users of WinRAR versions 3.50 and earlier are affected by CVE-2005-4620.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-4620?

CVE-2005-4620 is categorized as a buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2005-4620 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2005-4620 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local execution by a user with access to the system.

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