Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in w3m 0.2.1 and earlier allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a long base64 encoded MIME header.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| W3M | W3M | <= 0.2.1 |
References
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000434
- http://mi.med.tohoku.ac.jp/~satodai/w3m-dev-en/200106.month/537.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-064
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-081
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/192371
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2895ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6725
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000434
- http://mi.med.tohoku.ac.jp/~satodai/w3m-dev-en/200106.month/537.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-064
- http://www.debian.org/security/2001/dsa-081
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/192371
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2895ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6725
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0700?
CVE-2001-0700 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in w3m 0.2.1 and earlier allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a long base64 encoded MIME header.
How severe is CVE-2001-0700?
CVE-2001-0700 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2001-0700?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: W3M W3M.