Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in ppp in SCO Unixware 7.1.3 and 7.1.4, and possibly earlier versions, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the (1) prompt or (2) defprompt command.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sco | Unixware | 7.1.3 |
References
- ftp://ftp.sco.com/pub/updates/UnixWare/SCOSA-2005.41/SCOSA-2005.41.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17275
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/101
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015098
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?type=vulnerabilities
- http://www.osvdb.org/20155
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15159
- ftp://ftp.sco.com/pub/updates/UnixWare/SCOSA-2005.41/SCOSA-2005.41.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17275
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/101
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015098
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?type=vulnerabilities
- http://www.osvdb.org/20155
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15159
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2927?
CVE-2005-2927 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in ppp in SCO Unixware 7.1.3 and 7.1.4, and possibly earlier versions, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the (1) prompt or (2) defprompt c...
How severe is CVE-2005-2927?
CVE-2005-2927 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-2005-2927?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sco Unixware.