CVE-2013-4981: Buffer Overflow

Published Mar 3, 2014
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Updated

Buffer overflow in cgi-bin/user/Config.cgi in AVTECH AVN801 DVR with firmware 1017-1003-1009-1003 and earlier, and possibly other devices, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long string in the Network.SMTP.Receivers parameter.

Affected Software

4 affected components
AVTECH Avn801 Dvr Firmware<=1017-1003-1009-1003
AVTECH AVN801 DVR
All of the following
AVTECH Avn801 Dvr Firmware<=1017-1003-1009-1003
AVTECH AVN801 DVR

Event History

Mar 3, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-4981?

CVE-2013-4981 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause remote denial of service and arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-4981?

To mitigate CVE-2013-4981, upgrade to a fixed version of the firmware that is later than 1017-1003-1009-1003.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2013-4981?

CVE-2013-4981 affects AVTECH AVN801 DVR devices running firmware version 1017-1003-1009-1003 and earlier.

4

Can CVE-2013-4981 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2013-4981 can be exploited by remote attackers through specially crafted input in the Network.SMTP.Receivers parameter.

5

What type of attack is possible with CVE-2013-4981?

CVE-2013-4981 can lead to a denial of service attack resulting in device crashes or potentially allowing arbitrary code execution.

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