Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in XBoard 4.2.7 and earlier might allow local users to execute arbitrary code via a long -icshost command line argument. NOTE: since the program is not setuid and not normally called from remote programs, there may not be a typical attack vector for the issue that crosses privilege boundaries. Therefore this may not be a vulnerability.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tim Mann | Xboard | 4.2.1 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2004-03/0030.htmlExploitVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11016Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/4123
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15362
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2004-03/0030.htmlExploitVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11016Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/4123
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15362
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-2552?
CVE-2004-2552 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in XBoard 4.2.7 and earlier might allow local users to execute arbitrary code via a long -icshost command line argument. NOTE: since the program is not setuid and not normally called f...
How severe is CVE-2004-2552?
CVE-2004-2552 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-2552?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tim Mann Xboard.