Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in httpd.c of fnord 1.6 allows remote attackers to create a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long CGI request passed to the do_cgi function.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fefe | Fnord | 1.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/7893Vendor Advisory
- http://www.fefe.de/fnord/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/307400/30/26270/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6635Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/11121
- http://secunia.com/advisories/7893Vendor Advisory
- http://www.fefe.de/fnord/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/307400/30/26270/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6635Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/11121
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-1558?
CVE-2003-1558 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in httpd.c of fnord 1.6 allows remote attackers to create a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long CGI request passed to the do_cgi function.
How severe is CVE-2003-1558?
CVE-2003-1558 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-2003-1558?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Fefe Fnord.