Vulnerability Description
Format string bug in the open_altfile function in filename.c for GNU less 382, 381, and 358 might allow local users to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code via format strings in the LESSOPEN environment variable. NOTE: since less is not setuid or setgid, then this is not a vulnerability unless there are plausible scenarios under which privilege boundaries could be crossed
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Less | 358 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2004-08/0794.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2004-08/0811.html
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1010988
- http://www.osvdb.org/9014
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17032
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2004-08/0794.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2004-08/0811.html
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1010988
- http://www.osvdb.org/9014
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17032
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-2264?
CVE-2004-2264 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). Format string bug in the open_altfile function in filename.c for GNU less 382, 381, and 358 might allow local users to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code via format strings i...
How severe is CVE-2004-2264?
CVE-2004-2264 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-2264?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Less.