Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the search_for_command function of ltrace 0.3.10, if it is installed setuid, could allow local users to execute arbitrary code via a long filename. NOTE: It is unclear whether there are any packages that install ltrace as a setuid program, so this candidate might be REJECTed.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Juan Cespedes | Ltrace | 0.3.10 |
References
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2003-October/011600.html
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2003-October/011610.html
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1007896
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8790Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/13389
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2003-October/011600.html
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2003-October/011610.html
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1007896
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8790Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/13389
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0172?
CVE-2004-0172 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in the search_for_command function of ltrace 0.3.10, if it is installed setuid, could allow local users to execute arbitrary code via a long filename. NOTE: It is unclear w...
How severe is CVE-2004-0172?
CVE-2004-0172 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-0172?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Juan Cespedes Ltrace.