CVE-2011-0548: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 18, 2011
·
Updated

Buffer overflow in the Lotus Freelance Graphics PRZ file viewer in Autonomy KeyView, as used in Symantec Mail Security (SMS) 6.x through 8.x, Symantec Brightmail and Messaging Gateway before 9.5.1, and Symantec Data Loss Prevention (DLP) before 10.5.3 and 11.x before 11.1, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted .prz file. NOTE: this may overlap CVE-2011-1217.

Affected Software

24 affected components
Symantec Mail Security=8.0
Symantec Mail Security=6.0.0
Symantec Mail Security=7.5
Symantec Brightmail and Messaging Gateway=5.0
Symantec Brightmail and Messaging Gateway=8.0
Symantec Brightmail and Messaging Gateway=7.7
Symantec Brightmail and Messaging Gateway=9.0.1
Symantec Brightmail and Messaging Gateway=4.0.0
Symantec Brightmail and Messaging Gateway<=9.5
Symantec Brightmail and Messaging Gateway=4.1.0
Symantec Brightmail and Messaging Gateway=9.0.2
Symantec Brightmail and Messaging Gateway=9.0
Symantec Data Loss Prevention=10.5.1
Symantec Data Loss Prevention=9.0
Symantec Data Loss Prevention=10.5
Symantec Data Loss Prevention=8.0
Symantec Data Loss Prevention=7.2
Symantec Data Loss Prevention=7.0
Symantec Data Loss Prevention=8.1
Symantec Data Loss Prevention=8.1.1
Symantec Data Loss Prevention=11.0
Symantec Data Loss Prevention=7.1
Symantec Data Loss Prevention=10
Symantec Data Loss Prevention<=10.5.2

Event History

Jul 18, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-0548?

CVE-2011-0548 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-0548?

To fix CVE-2011-0548, update your software to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability, specifically versions 9.5.1 or 10.5.3 and above depending on the affected product.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2011-0548?

CVE-2011-0548 affects multiple Symantec products, including Mail Security 6.x to 8.x, Brightmail and Messaging Gateway, and Data Loss Prevention versions prior to 10.5.3 and 11.x before 11.1.

4

Can CVE-2011-0548 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2011-0548 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2011-0548?

While the best solution is to apply patches, disabling the affected features may serve as a temporary workaround until the software can be updated.

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