Vulnerability Description
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the tr_magnetParse function in libtransmission/magnet.c in Transmission 1.91 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted magnet URL with a large number of (1) tr or (2) ws links.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Transmissionbt | Transmission | 1.91 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39031Vendor Advisory
- http://trac.transmissionbt.com/changeset/10279
- http://trac.transmissionbt.com/ticket/2965
- http://trac.transmissionbt.com/wiki/Changes
- http://www.osvdb.org/63066
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/38814Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/0655Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39031Vendor Advisory
- http://trac.transmissionbt.com/changeset/10279
- http://trac.transmissionbt.com/ticket/2965
- http://trac.transmissionbt.com/wiki/Changes
- http://www.osvdb.org/63066
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/38814Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/0655Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1853?
CVE-2010-1853 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the tr_magnetParse function in libtransmission/magnet.c in Transmission 1.91 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute ar...
How severe is CVE-2010-1853?
CVE-2010-1853 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-1853?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Transmissionbt Transmission.