CVE-2001-1498 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.2 Published Updated

Local attackers can execute arbitrary commands via a buffer overflow in the mod_bf module, potentially escalating privileges.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2001-1498?

CVE-2001-1498 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 21 Jun 2005. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Buffer overflow in mod_bf 0.2 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a long script.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2001-1498?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Markus Kliegl Mod Bf.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1498?

No fix has been published for CVE-2001-1498 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2001-1498 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2001-1498 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-44xw-85hr-828j.

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