Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in Dec2Rar.dll 3.2.14.3, as distributed in the Symantec Antivirus Library and used by various Symantec products, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via RAR archives with sub-block headers that contain incorrect values in the length field.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dec2Rar.Dll | Dec2Rar.Dll | 3.2.14.3 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18131Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/276
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015384
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/305272US Government Resource
- http://www.rem0te.com/public/images/symc2.pdfVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/419853/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15971
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/3003
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18131Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/276
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015384
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/305272US Government Resource
- http://www.rem0te.com/public/images/symc2.pdfVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/419853/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15971
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-4438?
CVE-2005-4438 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in Dec2Rar.dll 3.2.14.3, as distributed in the Symantec Antivirus Library and used by various Symantec products, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via RAR ar...
How severe is CVE-2005-4438?
CVE-2005-4438 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-4438?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Dec2Rar.Dll Dec2Rar.Dll.