Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Electric Sheep 2.6.3 client allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long window-id parameter. NOTE: because 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Draves | Electric Sheep | 2.6.3 |
References
- http://draves.org/HyperNews/get.cgi/flame/1478.html
- http://draves.org/HyperNews/get.cgi/flame/1478/1.html
- http://electricsheep.org/index.cgi?&menu=talk
- http://electricsheep.org/release_notes.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/420160/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/23893
- http://draves.org/HyperNews/get.cgi/flame/1478.html
- http://draves.org/HyperNews/get.cgi/flame/1478/1.html
- http://electricsheep.org/index.cgi?&menu=talk
- http://electricsheep.org/release_notes.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/420160/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/23893
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-4581?
CVE-2005-4581 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in Electric Sheep 2.6.3 client allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long window-id parameter. NOTE: because the program is not setuid and not normally called from remote ...
How severe is CVE-2005-4581?
CVE-2005-4581 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-2005-4581?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Scott Draves Electric Sheep.