Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Sysinternals Process Explorer 9.23, and other versions before 9.25, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long CompanyName field in the VersionInfo information in a running process.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sysinternals | Process Explorer | 9.23.0.0 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16525
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014742ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14616Exploit
- http://www.sysinternals.com/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=957&PN=1
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16525
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014742ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14616Exploit
- http://www.sysinternals.com/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=957&PN=1
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2679?
CVE-2005-2679 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in Sysinternals Process Explorer 9.23, and other versions before 9.25, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long CompanyName field in the VersionInfo information in a run...
How severe is CVE-2005-2679?
CVE-2005-2679 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-2005-2679?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sysinternals Process Explorer.