CVE-2004-1214 Other in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via format string vulnerabilities in Kreed chat client nickname or message fields.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2004-1214?

CVE-2004-1214 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 15 Dec 2004. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Format string vulnerability in Kreed 1.05 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format specifiers in (1) a nickname or (2) message text.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2004-1214?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Burut Kreed.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1214?

No fix has been published for CVE-2004-1214 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2004-1214 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2004-1214 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-p8xq-fp35-pc8r.

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