Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in the -a option (daemon mode) in Proxytunnel before 1.2.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in an invalid proxy answer.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Proxytunnel | Proxytunnel | 1.0.6 |
References
- http://proxytunnel.sourceforge.net/news.html
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200411-07.xmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11592PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17945
- http://proxytunnel.sourceforge.net/news.html
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200411-07.xmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11592PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17945
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0992?
CVE-2004-0992 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in the -a option (daemon mode) in Proxytunnel before 1.2.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in an invalid proxy answer.
How severe is CVE-2004-0992?
CVE-2004-0992 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-0992?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Proxytunnel Proxytunnel.