Vulnerability Description
An integer overflow in ls in the fileutils or coreutils packages may allow local users to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a large -w value, which could be remotely exploited via applications that use ls, such as wu-ftpd.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Fileutils | 4.0 |
| Washington University | Wu-Ftpd | 2.4.1 |
References
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000768
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000771
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2003-October/012548.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10126
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17069
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2005-213.pdf
- http://www.guninski.com/binls.html
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:106
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-309.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-310.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/advisories/6014
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8875ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.turbolinux.com/security/TLSA-2003-60.txt
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000768
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000771
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0853?
CVE-2003-0853 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). An integer overflow in ls in the fileutils or coreutils packages may allow local users to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a large -w value, which could be remotely exploited vi...
How severe is CVE-2003-0853?
CVE-2003-0853 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2003-0853?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Fileutils, Washington University Wu-Ftpd.